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Vocabulary, Fact & Opinion

Kindergarten · Building confidence · 8 questions · Version PG-H4DXE4-1T4V

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1.First Ana rinsed a cup. Next she filled it with soil. Last she planted one bean. What does “rinsed” mean here?
2.A garden sign says, Please stay on the path so new plants can grow. Give one fact and one opinion about this topic.
3.A pond is smaller than a lake, but both are freshwater habitats that support living things. What does “support” mean here?
4.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.
5.A garden sign says, Please stay on the path so new plants can grow. What does “path” mean here?
6.Leo wanted a library card, so he brought proof of his address and completed the form. Give one fact and one opinion about this topic.
7.Mina read two reports about one event. She checked their sources before trusting the details. What does “sources” mean here?
8.The class tested paper towels using equal water, measured each result, and recorded the data. 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. First Ana rinsed a cup. Next she filled it with soil. Last she planted one bean. What does “rinsed” mean here?Washed quickly with water
  2. A garden sign says, Please stay on the path so new plants can grow. Give one fact and one opinion about this topic.Fact: New plants are growing beside the path. Opinion: The garden is the prettiest place in town.
  3. 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
  4. 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.
  5. A garden sign says, Please stay on the path so new plants can grow. What does “path” mean here?A place made for walking
  6. Leo wanted a library card, so he brought proof of his address and completed the form. Give one fact and one opinion about this topic.Fact: Leo wanted a library card. Opinion: Libraries are more fun than parks.
  7. Mina read two reports about one event. She checked their sources before trusting the details. What does “sources” mean here?Places where information comes from
  8. 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.

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.