PencilGo

Vocabulary, Fact & Opinion

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

Free printable
1.The class tested paper towels using equal water, measured each result, and recorded the data. What does “recorded” 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.A garden sign says, Please stay on the path so new plants can grow. Give one fact and one opinion about this topic.
4.Owls hunt at night. Large eyes gather light, and soft feathers help them fly quietly. What does “gather” mean here?
5.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.
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.City trees shade sidewalks, absorb rainwater, and provide shelter for birds and insects. What does “absorb” mean here?
8.Mina read two reports about one event. She checked their sources before trusting the details. 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.

Show answers for version 7
  1. 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
  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. 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.
  4. Owls hunt at night. Large eyes gather light, and soft feathers help them fly quietly. What does “gather” mean here?Collect
  5. 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.
  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. City trees shade sidewalks, absorb rainwater, and provide shelter for birds and insects. What does “absorb” mean here?Take in
  8. 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.

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.