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Vocabulary, Fact & Opinion

Grade 1 · Stretch challenge · 8 questions · Version PG-1F06XU9-1PLC

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1.City trees shade sidewalks, absorb rainwater, and provide shelter for birds and insects. What does “absorb” mean here?
2.A pond is smaller than a lake, but both are freshwater habitats that support living things. Give one fact and one opinion about this topic.
3.The class tested paper towels using equal water, measured each result, and recorded the data. What does “recorded” mean here?
4.The class tested paper towels using equal water, measured each result, and recorded the data. Give one fact and one opinion about this topic.
5.Some seeds travel on fur, while others float on wind or water. Each method spreads seeds. What does “dispersal” mean here?
6.Warm ocean water adds energy to tropical storms. Cooler water usually weakens them. What does “weakens” mean here?
7.Some seeds travel on fur, while others float on wind or water. Each method spreads seeds. Give one fact and one opinion about this topic.
8.During winter, a fox grows a thicker coat. The extra fur traps air and helps it stay warm. Give one fact and one opinion about this topic.

Answers and teaching notes

Use the answers to check the work after the learner finishes. For writing prompts, the guide describes what a strong response should include.

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  1. City trees shade sidewalks, absorb rainwater, and provide shelter for birds and insects. What does “absorb” mean here?Take in
  2. A pond is smaller than a lake, but both are freshwater habitats that support living things. Give one fact and one opinion about this topic.Fact: Ponds and lakes can contain freshwater. Opinion: Small ponds are nicer than large lakes.
  3. The class tested paper towels using equal water, measured each result, and recorded the data. What does “recorded” mean here?Wrote down for later use
  4. The class tested paper towels using equal water, measured each result, and recorded the data. Give one fact and one opinion about this topic.Fact: The class used equal amounts of water. Opinion: The test was more exciting than recess.
  5. Some seeds travel on fur, while others float on wind or water. Each method spreads seeds. What does “dispersal” mean here?The spreading of something
  6. Warm ocean water adds energy to tropical storms. Cooler water usually weakens them. What does “weakens” mean here?Makes less strong
  7. Some seeds travel on fur, while others float on wind or water. Each method spreads seeds. Give one fact and one opinion about this topic.Fact: Some seeds travel on animal fur. Opinion: Wind-carried seeds are fascinating.
  8. During winter, a fox grows a thicker coat. The extra fur traps air and helps it stay warm. Give one fact and one opinion about this topic.Fact: A fox grows thicker fur in winter. Opinion: Fox fur looks beautiful in snow.

Worked example

Check whether a statement can be verified, then use evidence to interpret vocabulary.

Common mistake

Treating a strongly worded opinion as a fact.

Helpful hint

Ask what evidence could prove the statement.