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 based on evidence.

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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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Example of a fact: Baby kangaroos are only about an inch long when they are born.

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This statement can be verified and is true.

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Example of an opinion: Wolves could never beat Mr. Schafer.

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This statement reflects a personal belief and cannot be proven.

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How can you tell if something is a fact?

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You can check if it can be verified with evidence or reliable sources.

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How can you tell if something is an opinion?

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It often includes personal feelings or beliefs and cannot be proven.

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Is 'A lion in the wild usually makes no more than twenty kills a year' a fact or opinion?

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Fact - This statement can be verified with evidence.

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Is 'A whale’s heart beats only nine times a minute' a fact or opinion?

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Fact - This statement can be verified with evidence.

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Is 'Alligators can live up to 100 years' a fact or opinion?

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Fact - This statement can be verified with evidence.

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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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