Distinguishing Fact from Opinion for Kids

What is a fact?

• A statement that can be proven true

• A personal belief

• A subjective statement

• An unverifiable claim

What can be used to prove a fact?

• Personal feelings

• Speculation

• Public opinion

• Research and evidence

Which of the following is an example of an opinion?

• The water is 64 degrees Fahrenheit

• Pedro's favorite food is pizza

• Abraham Lincoln was the 16th President

• Pizza is the most delicious food

What does the statement 'This bathroom smells funny' exemplify?

• A hypothesis

• An opinion

• A fact

• A theory

Which word is a signal that a statement might be an opinion?

• Exactly

• Is

• Most

• Was

Why are opinions important?

• They are universally accepted

• They are always based on facts

• They express personal thoughts and beliefs

• They provide proven information

What is the purpose of identifying signal words in statements?

• To identify opinions

• To prove the statement

• To confuse the reader

• To find the factual basis

How can you verify the statement 'Brantley's Bistro is located on Main Street'?

• By asking a friend

• By guessing

• By personal belief

• By visiting or looking it up online

What does the use of the word 'should' in a statement typically indicate?

• Fact

• Opinion

• Certainty

• Ambiguity

Which statement about the hostess is an opinion?

• She wears a uniform

• She works at the restaurant

• She greeted me promptly

• She is lovely