Fact or 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. For example, 'Water freezes at 0 degrees Celsius.'

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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. For example, 'Chocolate ice cream is the best flavor.'

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Is 'All children like to ride skateboards' a fact or an opinion?

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Opinion

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Is 'The sun rises in the east and sets in the west' a fact or an opinion?

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Fact

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How many months are there in a year?

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There are 12 months in a year.

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Is 'Ketchup is made from tomatoes' a fact or an opinion?

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Fact

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Is 'Cell phones are the greatest invention' a fact or an opinion?

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Opinion

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Can facts change over time?

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Yes, facts can change if new information is discovered. For example, Pluto was once considered a planet but is now classified as a dwarf planet.

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Why is it important to know the difference between fact and opinion?

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Knowing the difference helps us understand information better and make informed decisions.

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Give an example of a fact.

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The Earth orbits the Sun.