Understanding Facts and Evidence

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Which of the following words indicates a statement is an opinion?

  • Believe (correct)
  • True
  • Proven
  • Tested

What distinguishes a fact from an opinion?

  • The length of the statement
  • The source of the statement (correct)
  • The font style used
  • The use of adjectives

How can one determine if a statement is an opinion?

  • By tasting the statement
  • By asking if it can be proven true (correct)
  • By checking the weather forecast
  • By counting the number of words used

Which sentence is a fact based on the text?

<p>Albany is the capital of New York. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What differentiates a fact from an opinion in statements?

<p>Whether it can be verified (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a fact?

<p>A statement that can be proven true (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following could be considered a fact?

<p>'Water boils at 100 degrees Celsius' (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes an opinion from a fact?

<p>Facts rely on thoughts and beliefs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these could be classified as an opinion?

<p>'Rainbows are magical' (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did the detective in the TV show say 'Just the facts ma'am'?

<p>To emphasize the importance of verifiable information (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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