Fact & Opinion Pre/Post

An opinion is a statement that CAN be proven

• True

• False

Which of the following statements is a fact?

• Chocolate is the best ice cream flavor.

• The Earth revolves around the Sun.

• Dogs are the cutest animals.

• Summer is the most enjoyable season.

Answer explanation

The statement 'The Earth revolves around the Sun' is a fact, as it is scientifically proven and universally accepted. The other statements are subjective opinions.

Identify the opinion in the following statements.

• Water boils at 100 degrees Celsius.

• The Pacific Ocean is the largest ocean on Earth.

• Reading books is more fun than watching movies.

• The human body has 206 bones.

Answer explanation

The statement 'Reading books is more fun than watching movies' expresses a personal preference, making it an opinion. The other statements are factual and can be verified.

Which statement is a fact?

• Pizza is the most delicious food.

• The capital of France is Paris.

• Winter is the best season for holidays.

• Cats are better pets than dogs.

Answer explanation

The statement 'The capital of France is Paris' is a fact because it can be objectively verified. The other statements are opinions and cannot be proven true or false.

Determine which of the following is an opinion.

• The Great Wall of China is over 13,000 miles long.

• The Amazon Rainforest is located in South America.

• Mathematics is the hardest subject in school.

• The human heart has four chambers.

Answer explanation

The statement 'Mathematics is the hardest subject in school' is an opinion, as it reflects a personal belief and can vary from person to person. The other statements are factual and can be verified.

A black bear is the most interesting animal in the forest.

• Opinion
• Fact

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CCSS.W.4.1A

Select the fact from the options below.

• Ice cream tastes better than cake.

• The Nile is the longest river in the world.

• Blue is the most calming color.

• Soccer is the most exciting sport.

Answer explanation

The Nile is recognized as the longest river in the world, making it a factual statement. The other options are subjective opinions and cannot be classified as facts.

Which of the following is an opinion?

• The Moon orbits the Earth.

• The Eiffel Tower is located in Paris.

• Dogs are more loyal than cats.

• The human body needs oxygen to survive.

Answer explanation

The statement 'Dogs are more loyal than cats' expresses a personal belief or judgment, making it an opinion. The other statements are factual and can be verified.

Chocolate milk tastes better than regular milk

• Fact
• Opinion

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CCSS.W.5.1A

Identify the fact in the following statements.

• Spring is the most beautiful season.

• The Atlantic Ocean is saltwater.

• Chocolate cake is better than vanilla cake.

• Basketball is more popular than baseball.

Answer explanation

The statement 'The Atlantic Ocean is saltwater' is a factual statement, as it describes a scientifically verifiable characteristic of the ocean. The other statements are subjective opinions.