Bias

This cannot be proven with complete certainty.

• fact

• opinion

• bias

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CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.L.8.6

This is something that actually exists or happened and is verifiable.

• fact

• bias

• opinion

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

Everyone who cooks should own a food processor. This marvelous invention is now being used by over 12 million vegetarians, compared with only half that number a couple of years ago. Vegetarians rarely have a weight problem since most vegetables are low in calories and contain little or no fat. They do not suffer a build-up of cholesterol in the bloodstream as they grow older. Some doctors have suggested a link between vegetarianism and longevity. As Americans become more health-conscious, vegetarianism will certainly become more popular.

The author show bias for

• eating "health foods"

• becoming a vegetarian

• avoiding cholesterol

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CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

America is certainly a strong military power; it now has the nuclear power to destroy the entire world. We are not the only country that has this capacity. The threat of nuclear war affects all of us.

The author seems biased against

• American military power

• other countries

• nuclear arms

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CCSS.RL.5.6

An independent insurance agent works directly for you, not for a large, anonymous organization. The agent must provide you with the best policy at the lowest price if he is to remain in business. The agent’s job is to help you find a policy that suits your needs. This may cover your life, health, home, or automobile. Independent insurance agents are free to recommend the best policy, regardless of which insurance company provides it.

The author show bias in favor of

• using an independent insurance agent

• avoiding low-cost insurance policies

• buying insurance from a well-known company

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CCSS.RL.5.6

Statements that can be tested or measured to prove if they are true or not.

• Facts

• Opinions

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

The type of writing where the author sticks to telling the facts and does not express his or her personal feelings, views, judgement, or opinions.

• Objective

• Subjective

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CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

The type of writing where an author can be seen to be expressing his/her personal view.

• Objective

• Subjective

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

"The tallest building in the world is the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, a skyscraper 2,722 feet tall."

• Objective Statement

• Subjective Statement

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

"Professional athletes are paid too much."

• Objective Statement

• Subjective Statement

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CCSS.L.3.1A