Fact and Opinion Practice

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What is a fact?

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A fact is a statement that is true and can be proven with evidence.

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What is an opinion?

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An opinion is a statement that holds an element of belief; it tells how someone feels.

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Which of the following is a fact? "Sharks have existed for millions of years." or "It is better to have a sibling than to be an only child."

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"Sharks have existed for millions of years." is a fact.

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What words are clues that something might be an opinion?

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Words like 'think', 'feel', and 'should/should not' are clues that something might be an opinion.

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Is the statement 'Mrs. Giaccio's dog, Nyx, just had her first birthday!' a fact or an opinion?

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It is a fact.

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What is the difference between a fact and an opinion?

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A fact can be proven true or false, while an opinion is based on personal beliefs or feelings.

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Can opinions be supported by facts?

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Yes, opinions can be supported by facts, but they remain subjective.

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Give an example of a statement that is an opinion.

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"Chocolate ice cream is the best flavor." is an opinion.

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What is a statement that can be proven true?

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"The Earth revolves around the Sun." is a statement that can be proven true.

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What is an example of a fact?

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"Water freezes at 0 degrees Celsius." is an example of a fact.