Distinguishing Facts from Opinions

The video tutorial covers the distinction between facts and opinions, using examples like COVID-19 vaccines to illustrate the concepts. It explains how to identify facts and opinions through signal words and provides exercises for practice. The lesson aims to enhance critical thinking and decision-making skills.

What is the main focus of today's lesson?

• Learning new vocabulary

• Distinguishing facts from opinions

• Practicing grammar

• Improving writing skills

How do COVID-19 vaccines help the body?

• By increasing energy levels

• By triggering an immune response

• By providing vitamins

• By reducing stress

Which set of sentences expresses opinions?

• Neither set

• Both sets

• Set B

• Set A

Why is it important to distinguish between facts and opinions?

• To improve vocabulary

• To resist manipulation

• To enhance memory

• To learn new languages

Which statement about Manny Pacquiao is a fact?

• He is the most popular athlete

• He is a world champion

• He is the best boxer ever

• He is the richest boxer

Which of the following is a signal word for an opinion?

• Documented

• Proven

• Verified

• I believe

What is a fact about the moon mentioned in the paragraph?

• It is made of cheese

• It influences people's lives

• It is the only natural satellite of Earth

• It changes color every night

Which statement is an opinion?

• Pacific Ocean is the largest ocean

• Super Typhoon Yolanda was deadly

• Poor people never succeed

• Raul Espalino is a mayor

Complete the statement: 'It is good to have pets because...'

• They provide companionship

• They require a lot of care

• They are noisy

• They are expensive

What is a fact?

• A subjective opinion

• An idea that can be verified

• A personal belief

• A future prediction