Distinguishing Fact from Opinion

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Distinguishing Fact from Opinion

Distinguishing Fact from Opinion

Remember!

  • Facts are statements that can be proved true. 
  • Hypotheses are reasonable conclusions drawn from observation, that can be supported by evidence, falsified by counterevidence, but never proven true. 
  • Opinions are statements that cannot be proved because they express a person’s feelings or belief. 

Use this chart to identify facts and opinions.

  Key Words and Concepts Ask Yourself . . .
Identifying Facts

the fact that,

in fact,

indeed,

the truth is,

in point of fact,

as a matter of fact,

statistics (numbers)

Can this statement be verified by:

  • checking reliable sources?
  • observing it myself?
  • doing an experiment?
  • asking an expert?

If YES, it’s a fact.

Identifying Hypotheses

trend,

tend,

all,

every,

everyone,

decrease,

increase,

cause,

make because,

if,

then (inclusion of numbers, measurements, or data)

Can the statement be falsified by:

  • checking reliable sources?
  • observing it myself?
  • doing an experiment?
  • asking an expert?

If YES, it is a hypothesis.

Identifying Opinions

belief:

believe,

think,

feel,

argue,

agree,

support,

in my opinion,

as I see it,

likely that,

command:

should,

must,

ought to

judgment:

good,

best,

worst

Can this statement be debated?

  • Might a reasonable person
  • disagree?
  • Does this statement express feelings, beliefs, and / or bias?

If YES, it’s an opinion.


Distinguishing Fact from Opinion Quiz

Distinguishing Fact from Opinion Quiz


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