Distinguishing Facts from Opinions

This video tutorial teaches how to distinguish between facts and opinions. It explains that facts are statements that can be proven true, while opinions are subjective and cannot be proven. The video provides examples of each and includes activities to practice identifying them. It also introduces signal words that can help recognize opinions. The lesson concludes with activities to reinforce learning and encourages students to review if needed.

What is the main goal of this lesson?

• To understand historical events

• To distinguish between facts and opinions

• To practice math problems

• To learn about different countries

Which of the following is a characteristic of a fact?

• It is based on personal feelings

• It is always true

• It cannot be proven

• It varies from person to person

How can facts be verified?

• By asking friends

• Through guessing

• Through personal opinions

• By doing research

What defines an opinion?

• It is always true

• It can be proven

• It is a personal belief or feeling

• It is universally accepted

Which statement is an example of an opinion?

• Chocolate is the best ice cream flavor

• Water boils at 100°C

• The Pacific Ocean is the largest ocean

• The Earth orbits the Sun

What is the correct classification for 'Green is my favorite color'?

• Opinion

• Hypothesis

• Theory

• Fact

Which of the following is a fact?

• Oranges contain both calcium and vitamin C

• Dogs are the best pets

• Summer is the best season

• Blue is the most calming color

What is the nature of the statement 'The sun is a star'?

• Opinion

• Fact

• Myth

• Assumption

Which statement is an opinion?

• Emilio Aguinaldo was the first president of the Philippines

• I love to eat mango fruits

• The sun rises in the east

• The Philippines is an archipelago

What is a key difference between facts and opinions?

• Facts are subjective, opinions are objective

• Facts can be proven, opinions cannot

• Opinions are always true, facts are not

• Opinions are based on research, facts are not