Fact vs. Opinion

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What is a fact?

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A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false. For example, 'The Earth revolves around the Sun.'

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What is an opinion?

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An opinion is a personal belief or judgment that is not based on proof. For example, 'Chocolate ice cream is the best flavor.'

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Is 'Social studies is a subject in school' a fact or an opinion?

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Fact

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Is 'The Pacific Ocean is on the west coast of the United States' a fact or an opinion?

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Fact

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Is 'Being in the ocean is scary' a fact or an opinion?

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Opinion

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Is 'Recycling is turning waste into new things' a fact or an opinion?

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Fact

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Is 'Remembering to recycle is really hard' a fact or an opinion?

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Opinion

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Can facts change over time?

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Yes, facts can change as new information is discovered. For example, Pluto was once considered a planet but is now classified as a dwarf planet.

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Can opinions be different from person to person?

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Yes, opinions can vary widely among different people based on their experiences and beliefs.

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Give an example of a fact about animals.

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A fact is 'Dogs are mammals.'