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Vocabulary, Fact & Opinion

Kindergarten · Stretch challenge · 8 questions · Version PG-GYK6FC-BEPD

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1.Mina read two reports about one event. She checked their sources before trusting the details. What does “sources” 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 garden sign says, Please stay on the path so new plants can grow. What does “path” 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 pond is smaller than a lake, but both are freshwater habitats that support living things. What does “support” mean here?
6.Weather can change in hours, but climate describes patterns measured over many years. Give one fact and one opinion about this topic.
7.Weather can change in hours, but climate describes patterns measured over many years. What does “patterns” mean here?
8.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.

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. 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
  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 garden sign says, Please stay on the path so new plants can grow. What does “path” mean here?A place made for walking
  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 pond is smaller than a lake, but both are freshwater habitats that support living things. What does “support” mean here?Provide what is needed
  6. Weather can change in hours, but climate describes patterns measured over many years. Give one fact and one opinion about this topic.Fact: Climate is measured over many years. Opinion: Rainy climates are unpleasant.
  7. Weather can change in hours, but climate describes patterns measured over many years. What does “patterns” mean here?Features or events that repeat
  8. 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.

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.