Distinguish facts from opinions
key notes:
- What is a Fact?
- A fact is something that can be proven to be true or false. It is based on evidence and can be verified by checking information.
Example: The Earth revolves around the Sun.
- What is an Opinion?
- An opinion is what someone believes, feels, or thinks. It cannot be proven true or false because it is based on personal feelings or preferences.
Example: Chocolate ice cream is the best flavor.
- How to Identify a Fact:
- A fact can be checked or verified using books, research, or reliable sources.
- Facts often include numbers, dates, and statistics.
Example: There are 50 states in the United States.
- How to Identify an Opinion:
- An opinion is based on personal thoughts, feelings, or beliefs.
- Words like best, worst, should, believe, or feel often signal an opinion.
Example: I think summer is the best season.
- Key Differences:
- Facts are objective, meaning they are not influenced by personal feelings.
- Opinions are subjective, meaning they are based on someone’s perspective.
- Examples of Facts and Opinions:
- Fact: The Pacific Ocean is the largest ocean on Earth.
- Opinion: The Pacific Ocean is the most beautiful ocean.
- Fact: Cats are mammals.
- Opinion: Cats are better pets than dogs.
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