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Vocabulary, Fact & Opinion

Kindergarten · On-level practice · 8 questions · Version PG-QSOYNX-D2XI

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1.During winter, a fox grows a thicker coat. The extra fur traps air and helps it stay warm. What does “traps” mean here?
2.Mina read two reports about one event. She checked their sources before trusting the details. Give one fact and one opinion about this topic.
3.First Ana rinsed a cup. Next she filled it with soil. Last she planted one bean. Give one fact and one opinion about this topic.
4.A garden sign says, Please stay on the path so new plants can grow. What does “path” mean here?
5.Weather can change in hours, but climate describes patterns measured over many years. Give one fact and one opinion about this topic.
6.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.
7.A pond is smaller than a lake, but both are freshwater habitats that support living things. What does “support” mean here?
8.A garden sign says, Please stay on the path so new plants can grow. 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. 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
  2. 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.
  3. First Ana rinsed a cup. Next she filled it with soil. Last she planted one bean. Give one fact and one opinion about this topic.Fact: Ana put soil in a cup. Opinion: Planting beans is the best project.
  4. A garden sign says, Please stay on the path so new plants can grow. What does “path” mean here?A place made for walking
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. 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
  8. 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.

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.