Fact and opinion

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What is a fact?

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A fact is something that can be proven to be true or false.

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What is an opinion?

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

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Are all statements true?

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No, some statements are opinions and cannot be proven.

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Can you prove an opinion?

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No, opinions are personal beliefs and cannot be proven.

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Is 'Boys are always better at sports than girls' a fact or an opinion?

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Opinion

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Is 'Giraffes are the tallest animals on land' a fact or an opinion?

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Fact

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Is 'Dogs make the best pets' a fact or an opinion?

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Opinion

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What is an example of a fact?

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Water freezes at 0 degrees Celsius.

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What is an example of an opinion?

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Chocolate ice cream is the best flavor.

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Can facts change over time?

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Yes, new information can change what we consider a fact.

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