Facts and Opinions

An opinion is

• a statement that can be proved as true

• a person's thoughts or feelings on a topic

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

A fact is

• a person's thoughts or feelings on a topic

• a statement that can be proved as true

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

What is the definition of a fact or factual claim?

• A statement that can be verified (can be proven); are supported by factual, verifiable information such as statistics, specific examples, and personal observations.

• A person’s judgment or personal belief. It may be supported with factual evidence, but it cannot be proven.

• A claim that is believed to be true by most people but cannot be backed up by facts or observations

Which statement includes an opinion?

• A regular Takis serving is 12 pieces. One serving is 135 calories and contains 7 grams of fat. Takis are distributed by Barcel USA in the United States. There are five flavors of Takis available today.

• A regular Takis serving is 12 pieces. One serving is 135 calories and contains 7 grams of fat. Takis are distributed by Barcel USA in the United States. Takis are the best snack food you can buy.

• A regular Takis serving is 12 pieces. One serving is 135 calories and contains 7 grams of fat. Takis are distributed by Barcel USA in the United States. Takis are sold across the country and are popular with kids.

Which statement includes an opinion?

• A regular Takis serving is 12 pieces. One serving is 135 calories and contains 7 grams of fat. Takis are distributed by Barcel USA in the United States. There are five flavors of Takis available today.

• A regular Takis serving is 12 pieces. One serving is 135 calories and contains 7 grams of fat. Takis are distributed by Barcel USA in the United States. Takis are the best snack food you can buy.

• A regular Takis serving is 12 pieces. One serving is 135 calories and contains 7 grams of fat. Takis are distributed by Barcel USA in the United States. Takis are sold across the country and are popular with kids.

Earth is the center of the universe.

• Fact

• Opinion

• Assertion

iPhones are better than Android phones.

• Fact

• Opinion

• Assertion

Dress codes make school's safer.

• Fact

• Opinion

• Assertion

The type of writing where the author sticks to telling the facts and does not express his or her personal feelings, views, judgement, or opinions.

• Objective

• Subjective

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

Fact or Opinion: "Deserts are actually defined by the amount of rainfall they receive rather than their temperature. Because of this, the largest desert in the world is actually Antarctica."

• Fact

• Opinion

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