Fact and Opinion

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An opinion is

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a person's thoughts or feelings on a topic

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Thanksgiving is celebrated in the month of November.

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Fact

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Giraffes are really interesting animals.

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Opinion

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What is a fact?

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Something you can prove correct or incorrect.

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Abraham Lincoln was the 16th President of the United States. Is this a Fact or Opinion?

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Fact

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Tennis is better than volleyball.

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Opinion

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Can opinions be supported by facts? (Can you use facts to help convince others that you have a strong opinion?)

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Yes

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Chute Middle School is the best school in the USA!

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Opinion

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The Willis Tower in Chicago is the tallest building in the world.

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Statement of fact, but incorrect (not true).

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Pizza is the most delicious food in the world.

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Opinion