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Fact and Opinion

Grade 2 · English Language Arts · Reading Comprehension · Illinois, USA

Lesson Summary

A fact is something that can be proven true. An opinion is what someone thinks or feels.

Explanation

Facts are statements that can be checked and proven. 'Water freezes at 32 degrees Fahrenheit' is a fact. Opinions are someone's feelings or beliefs, like 'chocolate ice cream is the best flavor.' Opinions often use words like 'I think,' 'best,' 'worst,' or 'should.' Being able to tell facts from opinions helps you think clearly about what you read and hear.

Practice Questions

Q1: Is this a fact or an opinion: 'There are 7 days in a week'?
Answer: Fact
Q2: Is this a fact or an opinion: 'Pizza is the yummiest food'?
Answer: Opinion
Q3: What clue words help you spot an opinion?
Answer: Words like 'I think,' 'best,' 'worst,' 'favorite,' and 'should.'
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Fact and Opinion is a lesson in the Reading Comprehension chapter of Grade 2 English Language Arts. It is part of the Illinois, USA school curriculum and covers key concepts that students need to understand at this level.

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Fact and Opinion is taught in Grade 2 as part of the English Language Arts curriculum in Illinois, USA.

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