Fact, Opinion, Commonplace Assertions, Media Messages

A commonplace assertion is---

• a statement that can be proven from evidence
• a personal belief, thought, or opinion
• a statement many people assume to be true but is not necessarily
• a statement that can be proven false

A factual claim is---

• a statement that can be proven true or false
• a personal belief, thought, or feeling about something
• a common theme in several texts
• a statement many people believe to be true but may not be true

An opinion is--

• the lesson, message, or moral of a story
• a strong feeling, belief or thought
• something that can be proven with evidence
• a statement that does not require proof

All statements below are factual claims except--

• Fisherman and naturalists are  seeing fewer great white sharks. 
• Today we know these...exquisite creatures. 
• ...nearly three-quarters of all victims survive...
• Some species of sharks have dropped by 80 percent. 

Which statement is described as a commonplace assertion?

• A can of Coke contains 140 calories.
• Sugary sodas cause weight gain. 
• Pizza hut is the best!
• There are 24 hours in a day. 

In the sentence below, what does the word eliminating mean?
 "Second, you are eliminating the transportation costs it takes to ship produce to you."

• getting rid of
• keeping track of
• asking questions about
• taking responsibility for

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Which statement best expresses an opinion?

• High-quality foods usually cost more than inferior foods. 
• Freshness is one of the most important aspects of good food. 
• It is important to try exciting new foods from around the world. 
• Limiting your diet to foods that are in season will make you less healthy. 

_{According to the recipe, what should you do before stirring the peppermint candy in?
In a large microwave-safe bowl, place candy coating. Heat, uncovered, on 100 percent power (high) for 4 to 6 minutes, stirring every minute until soft enough to stir smooth. (Or, in a large saucepan, heat candy coating over low heat until melted, stirring constantly.) Stir in peppermint candy (if you like, reserve 1/4 cup to sprinkle on top). Spread onto cookie sheet.} 

• heat on 100 percent power
• spread on cookie sheet
• heat candy until melted
• sprinkle peppermint on top

"If your lunch period is later in the day, you might consider adding a freezer pack (or "chiller) to your lunch bag to keep perishable ingredients fresh."
In the sentence above, the word perishable refers to ingredients that--

• can spoil
• can get stale
• are easily melted
• are easily crushed

Which statement is an example of an opinion?

• Our school was founded in 1997. 
• Eating spinach helps your reflexes. 
• Cherry limeade tastes better than Dr. Pepper.
• Smoking can cause lung cancer.