Mysteries Unit Flashcard

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What questions should you ask yourself when evaluating evidence?

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How credible is the source of this information? Is this information based in facts or opinions? How important is this information to support my idea? All of the Above.

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Which one of these is a fact?

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There are 365 days in the year.

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Which of these is an opinion?

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Vegetables are disgusting.

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What is a hypothesis?

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An educated guess or a prediction about something you want to test.

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What influences a character's motivations?

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Their personality type, emotions, and goals.

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What is the difference between a fact and an opinion?

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A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false, while an opinion is a personal belief or judgment.

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What is evidence in the context of evaluating information?

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Evidence is the information or data that supports a claim or argument.

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Why is it important to evaluate sources of information?

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To ensure the information is credible, reliable, and accurate.

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What role do emotions play in a character's motivations?

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Emotions can drive a character's decisions and actions, influencing their goals and behavior.

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What is critical thinking?

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Critical thinking is the ability to analyze information objectively and make reasoned judgments.