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Which statement is a fact?
Which statement is a fact?
- The cookies on the plate look delicious.
- I think the bicycle is faster than a car.
- The Earth is round. (correct)
- Space is awesome!
What characteristic identifies a statement as an opinion?
What characteristic identifies a statement as an opinion?
- It is based on personal beliefs or feelings. (correct)
- It uses factual data for support.
- It can be shown through evidence.
- It is universally accepted as true.
Which of the following statements is NOT true about facts?
Which of the following statements is NOT true about facts?
- Facts can be researched.
- Facts are verifiable through evidence.
- Facts can be proven true.
- Facts are based solely on feelings. (correct)
How can one differentiate between a fact and an opinion?
How can one differentiate between a fact and an opinion?
What type of statement is 'The bicycle has two wheels'?
What type of statement is 'The bicycle has two wheels'?
Which sentence provides a verifiable fact?
Which sentence provides a verifiable fact?
What distinguishes the opinion from the fact in the provided sentences?
What distinguishes the opinion from the fact in the provided sentences?
Why is the statement 'Albany is the coolest place on the planet' considered an opinion?
Why is the statement 'Albany is the coolest place on the planet' considered an opinion?
Which of the following best describes a fact?
Which of the following best describes a fact?
How can one verify the capital of New York?
How can one verify the capital of New York?
Flashcards
Fact
Fact
A statement that can be proven true with evidence.
Opinion
Opinion
A personal belief or feeling about something that cannot be proven true.
How to identify a fact
How to identify a fact
A statement that can be tested and verified using evidence.
How to identify an opinion
How to identify an opinion
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Importance of knowing the difference
Importance of knowing the difference
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Verifiable Statement
Verifiable Statement
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Subjective Statement
Subjective Statement
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Objective Statement
Objective Statement
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Study Notes
Facts
- Facts are statements that can be proven true.
- Evidence supports facts, like verifiable data from sources.
- Examples: Earth is round (observable from satellite images and encyclopedias).
Opinions
- Opinions express feelings, beliefs, or thoughts.
- They are subjective and cannot be proven universally true.
- Examples: "Space is awesome!" (a personal viewpoint).
- Opinions often include words like "think," "feel," or "believe."
Differentiating Facts and Opinions
- Fact Check: Is the statement verifiable and provable?
- Subjectivity Check: Is the statement about someone's particular thought, feeling, or belief?
Examples
- Fact: Albany is the capital of New York (verifiable through maps or resources).
- Opinion: Albany is the coolest place on the planet (a subjective viewpoint, not universally provable).
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