Practice Decoding The Message: Distinguishing Fact, Opinion, And Bias (2) - Module 2: Exploring Non-Fiction Texts

Practice: Decoding the Message: Distinguishing Fact, Opinion, and Bias

Lesson 2Module 2: Exploring Non-Fiction Texts

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6 sample questions

Question 1.
Identify if the statement is a fact or opinion: 'The sky is blue.'
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Can this statement be proven?
Question 2.
Is this a fact or opinion: 'Soccer is the most exciting sport.'
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Is this a universally accepted statement?
3Question 3.
What is a fact?
- A subjective viewpoint
- A verifiable statement
- An emotional response
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Think about what can be proven.
4Question 4.
True or False: An opinion can be proven true or false.
- True
- False
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Consider whether you can check it against facts.
Question 5.
Read a provided news article and identify at least three facts, three opinions, and two biases reflected in the text.
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Look for different sections to guide your analysis.
Question 6.
In a debate scenario, present arguments for both sides on a contentious issue. Identify which viewpoints are factual, which are opinions, and highlight potential biases in your arguments.
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Use checklists to sort and compare facts and opinions.

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