Fact and Opinion

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What is a fact?

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A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false based on evidence.

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What is an opinion?

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An opinion is a personal belief or judgment that is not based on proof.

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Which sentence is a fact? 'The sky is blue.' or 'The sky is prettier than the ocean.'

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The sky is blue.

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Which sentence is an opinion? 'Cats are better pets than dogs.' or 'Cats are mammals.'

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Cats are better pets than dogs.

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How can you tell if a statement is a fact?

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You can check if it can be proven true or false.

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How can you tell if a statement is an opinion?

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It expresses a personal belief or feeling.

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Example of a fact: 'Water freezes at 0 degrees Celsius.'

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This statement can be tested and proven.

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Example of an opinion: 'Chocolate ice cream is the best flavor.'

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This is based on personal preference.

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Which sentence is a fact? 'Dogs are loyal animals.' or 'Dogs are the best pets.'

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Dogs are loyal animals.

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Which sentence is an opinion? 'Summer is the best season.' or 'Summer comes after spring.'

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Summer is the best season.