Fact vs. Opinion

What is a fact?

• A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false based on evidence.

• A fact is an opinion that cannot be proven.

• A fact is a belief held by a majority of people.

• A fact is a statement that is always false.

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Can opinions be based on facts?

• Yes, opinions can be influenced by facts, but they remain subjective.

• No, opinions are always objective and cannot be influenced by facts.

• Yes, opinions are always based on facts and cannot be subjective.

• Opinions can be based on facts, but they are always correct.

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What role do facts play in forming opinions?

• Facts are irrelevant to opinions.

• Facts provide a basis for opinions, helping to support or challenge personal beliefs.

• Facts are only useful in scientific discussions.

• Facts should be ignored when forming opinions.

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What is the difference between fact and opinion?

• Facts are subjective and based on personal feelings, while opinions are objective and verifiable.

• Facts are objective and verifiable, while opinions are subjective and based on personal feelings.

• Facts and opinions are the same; both can be verified.

• Facts are always true, while opinions can never be true.

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How can you identify an opinion?

• An opinion is always based on facts and evidence.

• An opinion often includes subjective language and cannot be proven true or false.

• An opinion is a universally accepted truth.

• An opinion is a statement that can be verified through research.

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What is an example of a statement that is neither a fact nor an opinion?

• A question, such as 'What time is it?'

• The sky is blue.

• Chocolate is the best flavor.

• Water boils at 100 degrees Celsius.

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What is a common phrase that indicates an opinion?

• 'I think' or 'I believe' often precedes an opinion.

• 'I know' or 'I understand' usually indicates a fact.

• 'In my opinion' or 'I feel' suggests uncertainty.

• 'It seems' or 'It appears' indicates a guess.

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Give an example of a fact.

• The Earth orbits around the Sun.

• Cats are better than dogs.

• Chocolate is the best flavor of ice cream.

• The sky is green.

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Give an example of an opinion.

• Chocolate ice cream is the best flavor.

• Water is essential for life.

• The Earth revolves around the Sun.

• 2 + 2 equals 4.

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Is 'Water boils at 100°C at sea level' a fact or an opinion?

• It is a fact.

• It is an opinion.

• It is a theory.

• It is a hypothesis.

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