Fact vs. Opinion

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What is a fact?

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

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What is an opinion?

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An opinion is someone's personal belief or perspective about something.

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Identify a trigger word in a sentence.

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A trigger word is a word that indicates a strong feeling or opinion, such as 'worst' in 'our baseball team is the worst in our community little league.'

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Can opinions be proven true or false?

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No, opinions cannot be proven true or false; they are subjective.

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Give an example of a fact.

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The Earth revolves around the Sun.

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Give an example of an opinion.

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Chocolate ice cream is the best flavor.

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What is the difference between a fact and an opinion?

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A fact can be verified and proven, while an opinion is based on personal feelings.

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What does it mean to verify a fact?

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To verify a fact means to check its accuracy using reliable sources.

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Why is it important to distinguish between fact and opinion?

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It helps us understand information better and make informed decisions.

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What is a statement that is a fact?

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Water freezes at 0 degrees Celsius.