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TEKS: 3.9E.ii Recognize characteristics and structure of argumentative text by distinguishing facts from opinion

LO: SWBAT tell the difference between facts (true
statements) vs the author’s reason/opinion in an
argumentative text (that can be argued)

DOL: SWBAT tell the difference between true statements
vs the author’s opinion in a argumentative text in at
least 4 out of 5 questions.

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Academic Vocabulary

Argumentative

Text
Claim

a text that
presents a
position on a
topic by using
reasons and
evidence.

the main argument
in an argumentative
text

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Academic Vocabulary

Fact

information
that can be
proved to be
true

Opinion

ideas or
beliefs that
cannot be
proved

Reason

a statement
that backs up
the claim

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As we read argumentative texts,

we have to think about and
identify the components it

includes.

A Claim

Reasons

What is the author’s position/ opinion about the topic?

What are the reasons that support the claim?

Supporting Evidence

What facts and opinions does the author use to
support the argument?

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2

3

What are the three

components found in an

argumentative text?

“Argumentative Text” Anchor chart, adapted from HMH with permission. © Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company.

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As we read argumentative texts,

we have to think about and
identify the components it

includes.

A Claim

Reasons

What is the author’s position/ opinion about the topic?

What are the reasons that support the claim?

Supporting Evidence

What facts and opinions does the author use to
support the argument?

1

2

3

“Argumentative Text” Anchor chart, adapted from HMH with permission. © Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company.

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Readers use these sentence
stems when identifying the
claim
● The author claims that ____.
● I agree/disagree with the

claim becasuse___.

In argumentative text, the
author states a claim, or
their position about the

topic.

“Identify Claim” Anchor chart, adapted from HMH with permission. © Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company.

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It is our job as
the reader to
evaluate the

reasons/

supporting
details and
decide if they

are valid.

Is it a
fact?

Is it an
opinion?

Reasons and Supporting Details

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Fact

Opinion

VS

“Ideas and support” Anchor chart, adapted from HMH with permission. © Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company.

A statement that can
be proven true.

Texas is in the
United States.

What a person thinks or
feels about something

I fell asleep because the
math lesson was so
boring.

Clues:

●agree/disagree

●believe

●best/worst

●like

Clues:

●history

●events

●science

●places

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Fact

Opinion

OR

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Dogs need food and water to

survive.

#1

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Dogs need food and water to

survive.

#1

Fact

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Dogs are the best pet!

#2

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Dogs are the best pet!

#2

Opinion

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Apples are fruit.

#3

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Apples are fruit.

#3

Fact

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Apples are delicious.

#4

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Apples are delicious.

#4

Opinion

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The sun gives off light and

heat.

#5

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The sun gives off light and

heat.

#5

Fact

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Dogs make a great pet because they
are the best companions. Cats are
terrible compared to dogs. There are
100s species of dogs and they come
in all shapes and colors. Dogs are
known for their boundless energy and
enthusiasm, which makes them
perfect for outdoor activities and
exercises. Everyone should have a
dog.

The Best Pet

What is a claim that the author is making?

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The Best Pet

Fact / Opinion Sorting Activity

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The Best Pet

Claim: Dogs make the best pet.

Evidence that supports the argument

Is it a fact or an opinion?

Dogs are the best companions.

There are 100s species of dogs and they come in all
shapes and colors.

Everyone should have a dog.

Dogs are known for their boundless energy and
enthusiasm.

Everyone should have a dog.

Fact

Opinion

Fact

Opinion

Fact

Opinion

Fact

Opinion

Fact

Opinion

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The Best Pet

Claim: Dogs make the best pet.

Evidence that supports the argument

Is it a fact or an opinion?

Dogs are the best companions.

There are 100s species of dogs and they come in all
shapes and colors.

Everyone should have a dog.

Dogs are known for their boundless energy and
enthusiasm.

Everyone should have a dog.

Fact

Opinion

Fact

Opinion

Fact

Opinion

Fact

Opinion

Fact

Opinion

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Apply To Text

We will read to find the
author’s claim and
identify the supporting
details.

Visit Florida Caverns State Park

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Let’s Annotate!

Is this statement a fact or opinion?

Clues

Which statement is a claim the author makes in the text?

A. The park's trails are not enjoyable for people of all ages.
B. Florida Caverns State Park is more famous than any other

park in Florida.

C. Florida Caverns State Park is the best vacation spot in

Florida.

D. Visitors can only rent boats to use on the Chipola River.

Fact

Opinion

best - what one person considers the
best vacation spot may vary from
another person’s opinion.

Is this statement a fact or opinion?

Clues

Which statement is a claim the author makes in the text?

A. The park's trails are not enjoyable for people of all ages.
B. Florida Caverns State Park is more famous than any other

park in Florida.

C. Florida Caverns State Park is the best vacation spot in

Florida.

D. Visitors can only rent boats to use on the Chipola River.

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O
?

Fact

Opinion

best - what one person considers the
best vacation spot may vary from
another person’s opinion.

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Text

Fact or Opinion

Clues

It took many thousands of
years for each rock formation
to take shape. (paragraph 4)
Fact

Opinion

It provides information about the
time frame that is required for
the formation of a rock which
can be proven to be true.

Partner Work

Kids will love to search for
many fossils inside the cave.
(paragraph 5)

The main cave has fossils of
shells, sea coral, and fish.
(paragraph 5)

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Text

Fact or Opinion

Clues

It took many thousands of
years for each rock formation
to take shape. (paragraph 4)

Kids will love to search for
many fossils inside the cave.
(paragraph 5)

The main cave has fossils of
shells, sea coral, and fish.
(paragraph 5)

Fact

Opinion

Fact

Opinion

Fact

Opinion

It provides information about the
time frame that is required for
the formation of a rock which
can be proven to be true.

It states a feeling of kids. Whether
or not kids will love searching for
fossils is dependent on individual
interests.

It provides specific information
about the main cave that can be
observed and documented.

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Read the sentence:

This statement is ___________.

Florida Caverns State Park is in northwestern
Florida, not far from the Alabama border.

a fact

an opinion

Justify your answer.

____________________________
____________________________
____________________________

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Read the sentence:

This statement is ___________.

Florida Caverns State Park is in northwestern
Florida, not far from the Alabama border.

a fact

an opinion

Justify your answer.

____________________________
____________________________
____________________________

It provides a verifiable description of the

location of the park. This information can be

confirmed through a map.

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Which sentence from paragraph 5 is an opinion?

Highlight/ underline the correct answer.

ⒶKids will love to search for the many fossils inside the cave.
Fossils are what is left of plants or animals from long ago.

ⒷThe main cave has fossils of shells, sea coral, and fish. That’s
because millions of years ago, the land that is now Florida was
covered by the ocean.

ⒸWhen the water receded, or went down, sea plants and the
bones of animals were left behind. Look closely to see if you can
spot some shark teeth.

ⒹBut don’t touch—the fossils and rock formations can break easily.

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Which sentence from paragraph 5 is an opinion?

Highlight/ underline the correct answer.

ⒶKids will love to search for the many fossils inside the cave. Fossils
are what is left of plants or animals from long ago. ⒷThe main cave
has fossils of shells, sea coral, and fish. That’s because millions of
years ago, the land that is now Florida was covered by the ocean.

ⒸWhen the water receded, or went down, sea plants and the bones
of animals were left behind. Look closely to see if you can spot some
shark teeth. ⒹBut don’t touch—the fossils and rock formations can
break easily.

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What fact does the author use to support the idea that there
are fun activities for all ages at Florida Caverns State park?

A. Named for its 32 caves, Florida Caverns State Park is in

northwestern Florida, not far from the Alabama border.

B. Each drop leaves tiny bits of matter behind, and over time

those bits of matter build up into rock.

C. It took many thousands of years for each rock formation

to take shape.

D. The park also has lots of places for afternoon picnics and

campouts under the stars.

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SCR: When evaluating supporting details, how can a
reader distinguish between a fact statement and an
opinion statement?

To figure out if a statement is a fact or an
opinion….

SCR

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DOL: SW correctly
recognize
characteristics and
structure of an
argumentative text by
distinguishing facts
from opinion in at
least 4 out of 5
questions.