Fact or Opinion

What is the difference between a fact and an opinon?

• A fact can be proven (shown to be true). An opinion cannot.

• An opinion can be proven (shown to be true), a fact cannot.

• Facts are found in newspapers, opinions are not.

• Facts and opinions are not different.

Which of these statements is an opinion?

• “There are more people in China than in any other country.”

• “In 20 years, I believe Brazilian music will be the most popular music on Earth.”

• “I think there are only 48 states in the USA.”

• “Elaine is allergic to sushi. She doesn’t feel good when she eats it.”

Which of these statements is a fact?

• “It is not healthy for boys and girls to play together.”

• “Sharks have existed for millions of years.”

• “It is not safe to have dogs in schools.”

• “Computers are confusing and hard to use.”

There are more head and spinal injuries each year from cheerleading than all other sports combined.

• Fact

• Opinion

Earth is the greatest planet because it has plants and animals.

• FACT
• OPINION

We went swimming in the pool.

• FACT
• OPINION

Chocolate ice cream tastes better than vanilla.

• FACT
• OPINION

Everyone should play a sport.

• FACT
• OPINION

Abraham Lincoln was the 16th President of the United States. 

• Fact
• Opinion.

Which statement is a fact?

• Everyone should eat three healthy meals a day.

• The sun sets in the west.