Is that a Fact or an Opinion?

Is that a Fact or an Opinion?

At first it might be challenges to tell informational writing and opinion writing apart. Here are some hints to help you tell the two apart

Multiple Select

Informational writing focuses on facts that inform you. Facts can be check in books or online

• Everybody knows that the Mayan people created the most prosperous and humane civilization in the ancient world.

• The Mayan people created intricate cities of stone that still stand today.

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While opinion writing may include facts, its purpose is to communicate an author's personal opinion on a topic. You could agree or disagree with it.

• A group of jellyfish is called a "bloom" and can include more than 10,000 individuals.

• I would rather be attacked by a whole hive of bees than get stung by a slimy jellyfish

So as a general rule, when  you're trying to decide if text is informational or opinion, just ask yourself:

- Does this sentence say something that I could check in a book or online?
- Does this sentence say something I could agree or disagree with? If so, it's probably an opinion.

Multiple Choice

Which is an example of opinion writing?

• Nobody enjoys math class.

• Many students find math difficult.

Multiple Choice

Which is an example of informational writing?

• My favorite food in the world is pizza.

• Pizza is a favorite food around the world.

Multiple Choice

Which is an example of opinion writing?

• Golf is always boring to watch.

• Golf is not the most popular sport to watch on TV.

Multiple Choice

Which is an example of informational writing?

• Tablets have some advantages over laptops.

• Nobody would choose a laptop over a tablet.

Remember

Opinion writing will include facts but informational writing should not include opinions.

Now it's your turn

Complete the "Stating Facts or Sharing Opinions".  Read the instructions and pay attention to the examples given.  When you are finished with both sides, turn it into the turn in bucket in the front.