Fact vs. 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.

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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.

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Is 'Riverway has over 500 students' a fact or an opinion?

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Fact

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Is 'A komodo dragon is a large reptile' a fact or an opinion?

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Fact

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Is 'Cheesy popcorn is so gross' a fact or an opinion?

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Opinion

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Is 'The sun shines longer in summer than in winter' a fact or an opinion?

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Fact

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Is 'There are 195 different kinds of dogs in the world' a fact or an opinion?

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Fact

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Can opinions be different from person to person?

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Yes, opinions can vary based on personal feelings.

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Can facts change over time?

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Yes, facts can change as new information becomes available.

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Give an example of a fact.

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The Earth revolves around the Sun.