Question

examples of bias
this passage comes from a high school textbook.
after the division, north korea attempted to overthrow south koreas government. when this proved impossible, the north korean communists began to prepare themselves for war while pretending to negotiate peacefully.
on june 25, 1950, the north began its invasion of the south. the south was taken by surprise, but the armies of south korea fought bravely to defend their liberties. this action moved the united nations security council to declare the invasion by the north illegal and a threat to peace. a decision was made to help the south, and a un army, led by the united states, britain, and france, joined the south korean forces in an effort to repel the invasion.
which excerpt from this passage indicates bias?
\the armies of south korea fought bravely to defend their liberties.\
\on june 25, 1950, the north began its invasion of the south.\
\this action moved the united nations security council to declare the invasion... illegal.\
\a un army... joined the south korean forces in an effort to repel the invasion.\

Explanation:

Bias refers to a one - sided or unfair presentation of information. The statement "The armies of South Korea fought bravely to defend their liberties" is a value - laden and subjective description that may not be an objective account of the events. It uses the adjective "bravely" which is a subjective judgment. Other statements are more factual in nature like stating the date of the invasion or the actions of the UN.

Answer:

"The armies of South Korea fought bravely to defend their liberties."