Objective vs. Subjective

Which of the following is an example of objective description?

• I was so angry when she dropped the newly polished, red, juicy apple.
• The yellow bird flew into its nest at 4 in the morning.
• I can't believe she bought that ugly forest green sweater.
• I cannot stand her.

Which of the following is an example of subjective description?

• My favorite blue sweater felt so cozy after I had been outside in the freezing, icy outdoors.
• Her sparkly earrings dangled down all the way to her shoulders.
• The black dog took a nap on the soft, wool bed.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Does this define objective or subjective?

"not influenced by personal feelings or opinions in considering and representing facts."

• Objective
• Subjective

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CCSS.L.3.1A

Does this define objective or subjective?

"based on or influenced by personal feelings, tastes, or opinions."

• Objective
• Subjective

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CCSS.L.3.1A

School is boring.

• Objective
• Subjective

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

Dogs are the best pets.

• Objective
• Subjective

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

Math is one of the hardest subjects in school.

• Objective
• Subjective

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

Cats are disgusting animals. They smell, their hair gets on everything, and they make too much noise.

• Objective
• Subjective

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CCSS.L.3.1A

Blue whales are the largest living animals. They can live for many years and travel thousands of miles in their lifetimes.

• Objective
• Subjective

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CCSS.L.3.1A

Bobby sat still in his chair and didn't talk to anyone.

• Objective

• Subjective