Distinguishing Fact from Opinion

The video tutorial explains the difference between facts and opinions, emphasizing the importance of distinguishing them to avoid manipulation. Facts are universally true and can be proven, while opinions are subjective and vary from person to person. The tutorial includes examples and an interactive exercise to help viewers practice identifying facts and opinions. It concludes with an activity encouraging viewers to create their own facts and opinions.

What is the primary reason authors mix facts and opinions in their writing?

• To provide entertainment

• To confuse the reader

• To make the text longer

• To persuade the reader

What is the main purpose of distinguishing between fact and opinion?

• To improve memory

• To enhance critical thinking skills

• To write longer essays

• To entertain readers

Which of the following is a characteristic of a fact?

• It is always subjective

• It varies from person to person

• It can be proven with evidence

• It is based on personal belief

Why can't opinions be proven?

• They are always incorrect

• They are based on scientific data

• They are subjective and personal

• They are based on universal truths

Which sentence is an example of an opinion?

• The fastest land animal is the cheetah

• Koalas sleep most of the day

• The homework was really hard

• Sam's favorite color is green

What makes the statement 'A really scary book has just been released' a mix of fact and opinion?

• Both the release and scariness are opinions

• Both the release and scariness are facts

• The book's release is an opinion, but its scariness is a fact

• The book's release is a fact, but its scariness is an opinion

How can you verify that 'Sam's favorite color is green' is a fact?

• By asking Sam directly

• By assuming it's true

• By checking a survey

• By reading a book

Which of the following is NOT a fact?

• Saturn is the second largest planet

• The movie was really sad

• The cheetah is the fastest land animal

• Koalas sleep most of the day

Which of the following is a fact about dogs?

• Dogs should be allowed in cafes

• All dogs should be bought from the pound

• Dogs are mammals

• Dogs make great pets

What is an example of an opinion about dogs?

• Some people are scared of dogs

• Some breeds of dogs work with police

• Dogs are mammals

• Dogs should be allowed in cafes