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What is a Fact?

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

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

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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 or certainty.

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CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

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What is an Inference?

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An inference is a conclusion drawn from evidence or reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

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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 signal word indicates a cause?

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'As a result of' indicates a cause.

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CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.8.3

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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 subjective and cannot be proven.

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How can statistics support an argument?

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Statistics provide factual evidence that can strengthen a claim or argument.

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What type of statement is 'Americans should recycle more'?

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It is an opinion.

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What does it mean to infer something?

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To infer means to deduce or conclude information from evidence and reasoning.

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1