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Vocabulary, Fact & Opinion

Grade 2 · On-level practice · 8 questions · Version PG-18KAENJ-XP1E

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1.A pond is smaller than a lake, but both are freshwater habitats that support living things. What does “support” mean here?
2.City trees shade sidewalks, absorb rainwater, and provide shelter for birds and insects. Give one fact and one opinion about this topic.
3.During winter, a fox grows a thicker coat. The extra fur traps air and helps it stay warm. What does “traps” mean here?
4.Mina read two reports about one event. She checked their sources before trusting the details. Give one fact and one opinion about this topic.
5.City trees shade sidewalks, absorb rainwater, and provide shelter for birds and insects. What does “absorb” mean here?
6.The class tested paper towels using equal water, measured each result, and recorded the data. What does “recorded” mean here?
7.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.
8.Weather can change in hours, but climate describes patterns measured over many years. What does “patterns” mean here?

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. A pond is smaller than a lake, but both are freshwater habitats that support living things. What does “support” mean here?Provide what is needed
  2. City trees shade sidewalks, absorb rainwater, and provide shelter for birds and insects. Give one fact and one opinion about this topic.Fact: Trees can shelter birds. Opinion: Every street should have hundreds of trees.
  3. During winter, a fox grows a thicker coat. The extra fur traps air and helps it stay warm. What does “traps” mean here?Holds in one place
  4. Mina read two reports about one event. She checked their sources before trusting the details. Give one fact and one opinion about this topic.Fact: Mina read two reports. Opinion: One report had a better title.
  5. City trees shade sidewalks, absorb rainwater, and provide shelter for birds and insects. What does “absorb” mean here?Take in
  6. 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
  7. 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.
  8. Weather can change in hours, but climate describes patterns measured over many years. What does “patterns” mean here?Features or events that repeat

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.