Distinguishing Fact from Opinion

What is a fact?

• A statement without evidence

• A subjective statement

• A statement that can be proven true

• A statement based on personal belief

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

Which of the following is NOT a method to prove a fact?

• Making an observation

• Expressing a personal opinion

• Researching credible sources

• Conducting an experiment

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What should you be cautious of when using the internet for research?

• Sites with user-friendly interfaces

• Unreliable sources and misinformation

• Websites with clear facts

• Fast loading websites

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

Which of these is considered a reliable source for proving a fact?

• An anonymous forum post

• A promotional website

• A personal blog post

• A well-edited scholarly journal

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What makes a source like a scholarly journal trusted?

• It has a lot of advertisements

• It is peer-reviewed and well-researched

• It is popular on social media

• It contains opinions

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

What is an opinion?

• A proven fact

• A personal perspective that can't be proven

• A universally accepted truth

• A scientific result

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Which word typically indicates an opinion?

• Observed

• Wonderful

• Measured

• Calculated

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Which of the following is a fact?

• Spinach should be eaten daily

• Spinach is a source of iron

• Spinach tastes awful

• Spinach is the best vegetable

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Which statement about opinions is true?

• They do not vary between people

• They can be proven like facts

• They are based on personal feelings

• They are always true

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What is NOT a clue word for opinions?

• Comparative degrees

• Specific dates

• Indefinite terms

• Emotions

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6