Fact vs. Opinion in 4th & 5th Grade Reading

The video tutorial introduces the concept of distinguishing between facts and opinions. It explains that facts are statements that can be proven true or false, while opinions are personal beliefs that may not be true for everyone. The session includes interactive exercises where participants perform specific physical activities based on whether a statement is a fact or an opinion. The tutorial also incorporates brain booster activities to enhance learning engagement. Throughout the video, various examples are provided to help viewers practice identifying facts and opinions.

What is a fact?

• A proven truth

• A personal belief

• A popular myth

• An unverified claim

Which activity is associated with identifying an opinion?

• Frankenstein's

• Cross cross

• Sky reaches

• Toe touches

Is the statement 'Soda contains acid and sugar that can harm your teeth' a fact or an opinion?

• Fact

• Opinion

• Both

• Neither

Which statement is an opinion?

• Richmond was the capital of the Confederacy

• We get milk from cows

• Apples are the best fruit

• James Madison was the fourth president

What does the statement 'Chocolate milk tastes better than white milk' exemplify?

• An opinion

• A universal truth

• A fact

• A scientific claim

Which statement about Harriet Tubman is considered an opinion?

• She lived in the 19th century

• She was a historical figure

• She helped hundreds of people

• She was an amazing lady

Which of the following is an opinion?

• Richmond was named the capital of the Confederacy

• A rhinoceros can be very difficult to take care of

• Canaries can sing beautifully

• Blue whales are the largest animal in the world

What is the fact about blue whales mentioned in the video?

• They are dangerous

• They are the largest animal in the world

• They can sing

• They live in freshwater

Which statement is a fact?

• Gel pens are easier to write with than pencils

• Hamsters make the worst pets

• Snakes do not make good pets

• A cheetah can run faster than a lion

What does the statement 'Bald eagles usually lay one or two eggs at a time' represent?

• A suggestion

• A hypothesis

• A fact

• An opinion