Fact vs. Opinion

Which option below states a fact?

• In the 1840s, American fans of Charles Dickens hosted a "Boz Ball" in New York to honor the writer.

• For someone who has never read Charles Dickens, David Copperfield is the ideal novel to start with.

• Charles Dickens contributed many novels that are still enjoyed today, thus guaranteeing that British literature remains one of the most compelling genres.

• Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens tells a powerful story about the life of a poor boy in the 1800s.

Which sentence states an opinion?

• Parkour is a physical discipline that involves getting from one point to another while navigating obstacles along the way.

• The greatest benefit of Parkour training is that it teaches people to see obstacles and challenges as opportunities.

• Parkour provides exercise that can be beneficial to one's health.

• Knowing the potential risks of Parkour training can help prevent injury.

Soda contains acid and sugar that can harm your teeth

• Fact 
• Opinion

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Which statement is a fact?

• Beginning about 1920, it was called the Harlem Renaissance.

• Instead, this artistic awakening was created exclusively by African Americans, and it occurred at the perfect time

• The heritage of the Harlem Renaissance is alive and well, however.

• The Harlem Renaissance included the work of several talented African American artists.

Which statement includes an opinion?

• African American writers such as Zora Neale Hurston and Ralph Ellison provided their own observations of African American life.

• Beginning about 1920, it was called the Harlem Renaissance.

• The Harlem Renaissance included the work of several African American artists and writers.

• In 1920, America was ripe for change; it needed a renewal of hope.