Fact and Opinion Practice

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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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What words are clues that something might be an opinion?

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Think, Feel, Should / Should Not.

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Identify a clue that indicates a statement is an opinion.

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Words like 'best', 'should', or 'believe' often indicate an opinion.

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Is 'The sky is blue' a fact or an opinion?

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Fact.

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Is 'Chocolate ice cream is the best flavor' a fact or an opinion?

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Opinion.

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What is an example of a fact?

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Water freezes at 0 degrees Celsius.

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What is an example of an opinion?

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Cats are better pets than dogs.

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How can you tell if a statement is a fact?

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If it can be verified with evidence or data, it is a fact.

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How can you tell if a statement is an opinion?

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If it reflects personal feelings or beliefs, it is an opinion.

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