Fact Vs. Opinion

Fact Vs. Opinion

Open Ended

What is the misunderstanding between Bernice and Joan in this section? Answer in complete sentences.

Poll

Who thinks they can easily recognize the difference between facts and opinions?

• yes

• no

Facts

• True for everyone.

• Backed by evidence

• Correct dates/numbers

• Historical events

• Look for: something that can be shown or repeated.

Poll

Is this statement a fact?

The book, The Star Fisher, is about a Chinese American family who moved to West Virginia.

• yes

• no

Opinion

• What someone thinks, feels, or believes

• Not true for everyone

• Not backed by evidence

• Often uses -er or -est (best or better)

• Sometimes used to convince others to think the same thing.

Poll

Is this statement an opinion?

Miss Lucy is the best landlord in West Virginia.

• yes

• no

Multiple Choice

Fact or opinion.

Mr. and Mrs. Lee immigrated from China.

• Fact

• Opinion

Multiple Choice

Fact or Opinions

Bernice is smarter than Joan.

• Fact

• Opinion

Open Ended

Write a fact about yourself in a complete sentence.

Open Ended

Write an opinion about yourself in a complete sentence.