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Facts are statements that can be proven to be correct or incorrect, while opinions are expressions of a point of view or belief that can't always be verified.

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Facts and opinions are two different statements about a particular topic. Facts are statements that can be proven true or correct through objective evidence. Opinions, on the other hand, are statements that express someone’s view or belief about something that cannot necessarily be verified.

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Key Facts & Information

FACTS AND OPINIONS

  • Facts and opinions are two kinds of statements that can be spoken or written by someone, whether he/she is an expert in the field or not.
  • Facts are statements that can be verified, whether true or correct, through objective evidence. This means that the evidence reveals legitimate information regardless of whether or not it favors a certain belief. 
  • Supporting evidence can derive from observations, research, and other empirical data and information.
  • Opinions, on the other hand, are statements that express feelings, attitudes, judgments, beliefs, or views. 
  • Unlike facts, they are not verifiable because they are subjective. 
  • They are neither correct nor incorrect because they vary from one person to another. 

MORE ABOUT FACTS

  • A fact is a statement that relies on observation, research, and other means of verification that determine its accuracy.
  • Facts are universal, meaning that facts are true in all cases and for all people. This is why facts should be verified through pieces of information or available data.
  • Example:
    Cows eat grass.
    The statement above can be verified. Through the information
    that can be gathered, it is true that cows eat grass. Therefore, the sentence above is a fact, regardless of whether this agrees or disagrees with someone’s belief.
  • Facts are always objective. They can come from an expert or anyone, but it does not tell the reader what the writer believes on perspective about the topic.
  • Facts can also come from observation.
  • Observations can also involve the physical senses as long as they are not subjective and supported by data or information.
  • Examples are:
    Coffee is bitter.
    The Eiffel Tower is tall.
    Noise is an unpleasant sound.
  • The statements above show how the physical senses are used to describe an object. However, though each one uses descriptive language, it still expresses a fact because it can be verified and proven to be true, whether others agree or disagree with it.
  • Another way to express a fact is to use helpful phrases that show the reference of each statement.
  • Example:
    According to research…
    In a study.., it was found out that…
    Experts recommended…
    As stated by… 
  • Example:
    According to experts, having enough sleep will help boost your immune system.
  • In this example, there is already a reference where the statement can be verified, aside from how the sentence was constructed.
  • Although it seems easy to distinguish a fact, the readers should be careful because incorrect or false statements can be easy to make.
  • Fact-checking is important to ensure the information that you consume is true and accurate.

MORE ABOUT OPINIONS

  • Opinions come from someone’s perspective, belief, or judgment about a particular object or topic.
  • Opinions are neither true nor false. Therefore, they are debatable. This means that others may agree or think the same way while others do not.
  • Unlike facts, opinions are not expected to be verified. 
  • Example:
    This TV show is not entertaining.
  • In this statement, even if you research the television show, it is possible that you will not feel the same way or have the same perspective about the program. You may find it entertaining, but that does not mean the statement is not correct or true.
  • There are different types of opinions.
  • First, opinions can be positions on controversial issues.
  • Example:
    A divorce is a great option for a couple’s security.
  • This statement shows the view of someone who takes a particular side on the issue of divorce. Although not everyone will agree, it is okay because it is someone’s position on an issue or an opinion.
  • Opinions can also be evaluations of people, places, or things.
  • Example:
    The new license policy is annoying.
  • This statement shows what someone feels about a particular object. Again, others may agree with it, but certainly, some will not. It shows that some aspects of the statement can be verified, like the ‘new license policy,’ but the statement itself remains debatable.
  • Opinions can also be suggested by helpful phrases such as I feel, I think, or I believe. 
  • Opinions use biased descriptive words such as good, bad, entertaining, delicious, etc., as well as qualifiers such as always, likely, never, seem, etc.
  • There are also those referred to as informed opinions. 
  • These opinions are comments, observations, or views of the experts that are not strictly factual. These opinions are based on years of study, research, or projections, the expert has on a particular subject or issue.
  • Example:
    If people become complacent about the minimum health protocols, the COVID-19 situation will never improve.
  • This statement is not strictly factual because there is still a possibility that it may not happen. Other experts may also give an opposite prediction or view on this matter. However, some variables of this statement can be verified even though this remains debatable.

OPINIONS VS. INFORMED OPINIONS

  • Although an informed opinion is a type of opinion, looking into the difference helps to identify which is just an opinion and which has a reference and is referred to as an informed opinion.
  • Firstly, an opinion generally comes from a biased view of something. On the other hand, an informed opinion is based on the comments, views, and observations of an expert. It is not necessarily factual, but it has references.
  • Secondly, an opinion can be based on someone’s feelings about a topic or issue, whereas an informed opinion may be objective in the way it considers the data from the experts.
  • Examine the example below.
    Environmental issues are left and right. I think the main problem comes from the fact that people never really pay much attention to them. Many people still use plastic even more now that online shopping is becoming more and more popular. With the use of plastic in every package, it is not surprising that CO2 emissions will be much higher. This definitely has a negative impact on the environment. I strongly believe that online shops have a big role to play in this.
  • In the example above, you can see how an opinion and an informed opinion are used in the issue addressed. The italicized sentences are examples of opinions showing someone’s view of a particular issue. They also include helpful phrases such as “I think” and “I strongly believe.” On the other hand, the underlined sentence shows an opinion that is based on data that is not entirely factual.

Facts and Opinions Worksheets

This fantastic bundle includes everything you need to know about Facts and Opinions across 25 in-depth pages. These are ready-to-use worksheets that are perfect for teaching kids about Facts and Opinions, which are two different statements about a particular topic. Facts can be proven to be correct or incorrect, while opinions are expressions of a point of view or belief that can’t always be verified.

Complete List of Included Worksheets

Below is a list of all the worksheets included in this document.

  1. Facts and Opinion Facts
  2. Fact or Opinion?
  3. Give Me Fact or Opinion
  4. Facts and Opinions
  5. Useful Phrases
  6. Examine the Paragraph
  7. Cross It Out
  8. Types of Opinion
  9. Express Your Opinion
  10. Write Facts
  11. Fighting for Facts

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