Fact & Opinion Flocabulary Flashcard

Front

What is a fact?

Back

A fact is something that can be verified or proven to be true.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.W.4.2D

CCSS.W.5.2D

Front

What is an opinion?

Back

An opinion is a personal belief or judgment that is not based on proof or certainty.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

Front

What does it mean to agree with someone's opinion?

Back

To agree with someone's opinion means to share the same belief or viewpoint as that person.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

Can a statement be a fact if it uses the words 'think,' 'should,' or 'feel'?

Back

No, a statement that uses these words is often expressing an opinion, not a fact.

Front

What is a false fact?

Back

A false fact is a statement that is incorrect or not true.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.W.4.2D

Front

What is bias?

Back

Bias is a tendency to favor one side or opinion over another, which can affect judgment.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.W.4.2D

Front

How can you support an opinion?

Back

You can support an opinion by providing facts or evidence that back up your viewpoint.

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CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.W.4.2D

CCSS.W.5.2D

Front

What is the difference between a fact and an opinion?

Back

A fact can be proven true or false, while an opinion is a personal belief that cannot be proven.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

Front

What is an example of a fact?

Back

There are 12 months in a year.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.W.4.2D

CCSS.W.5.2D

Front

What is an example of an opinion?

Back

Chocolate ice cream is the best flavor.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.6