How Well Do You Understand Fact V Opinion

Which of the following statements is an example of a fact?

• Everyone loves chocolate.

• Chocolate is made from cocoa beans.

• Chocolate tastes better than vanilla.

• Chocolate is the most popular dessert.

A statement that can be proven true or false is called a ___________.

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

• True

• False

Sarah says, "I think winter is the best season." What type of statement is this?

• Fact

• Opinion

Which statement represents an opinion?

• Water freezes at 0 degrees Celsius.

• Reading books is more enjoyable than watching movies.

• The Earth revolves around the sun.

• The capital of France is Paris.

The statement "It is raining outside" is an example of a __________.

All opinions are based on personal feelings and cannot be supported by evidence.

• True

• False

Mark claims, "Cats are the best pets." What kind of statement is Mark making?

• Fact

• Opinion

Which of the following statements could be considered a fact?

• Pizza is the most delicious food.

• The average human body has 206 bones.

• Summer is better than spring.

• Dogs are more loyal than cats.

An opinion can be influenced by personal ___________ and experiences.

• feelings
• happenings

• surroundings

• love stories