

Fact and Opinion
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English
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6th - 8th Grade
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Easy
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Aadrien Glover
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Fact and Opinion
For this lesson, we will explore what are facts and opinions.

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A Good Reader
A good reader knows that it is important to know whether the author is stating a fact or an opinion because it may influence their thinking.
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Facts
A fact is a statement that can be proven TRUE or FALSE.
Facts give specific information.
Facts often contain numbers, dates, and ages.
Facts can be proven through observations, experiences, or research.
Keywords: dates, science, historical events, nonfiction, statistics, and numbers.
Example: Plants need water, sunshine, and nutrients to grow.
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Multiple Select
What is a fact? (Check all that applies)
Proven information
False information
Specific information
All information on the internet
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Open Ended
Write one fact about your favorite place below.
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Opinions
An opinion is a personal belief that CANNOT be proven.
Opinions are judgments.
Opinions tell what people think, feel, or believe.
Keywords: believe, feel, best, worst, think, might, always, never, and should.
Example: Chocolate ice cream is the best flavor.
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Multiple Choice
True or False: Opinions are judgments that tell what people think, feel, or believe.
True
False
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Open Ended
Write one opinion about your favorite place below.
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TIPS FOR DISTINGUISHING BETWEEN FACT AND OPINION
Ask yourself, “Can this statement be proven?” If so, it is a fact.
Look for FACT clue words like research, proven, authentic.
Ask yourself, “Does this detail tell what someone thinks, feels, or believes about something?” If so, it is an opinion.
Look for OPINION clue words like: believe, feel, think, most, best, should, worst.
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Poll
How confident are you at distinguishing the difference between facts and opinions?
Very Confident! Let's Goooo!
Somewhat Confident. We can continue.
Not so Confident. I need more examples.
Not Confident at All. We need to discuss this more.
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