Fact vs opinion
English · Reading Comprehension · conceptual
Distinguish between statements of fact and statements of opinion in texts, recognising how authors blend factual information with subjective viewpoints
What mastery looks like
- Identify and label statements as fact or opinion in a newspaper article
- Explain why a statement is a fact by citing verifiable evidence or why it is an opinion
- Recognise persuasive techniques that present opinions as if they were facts
Check your understanding
When Fact vs opinion reads a newspaper article or non-fiction text, can they point out which parts are facts and which parts are the author's opinions — and explain how they can tell the difference?
Prerequisites
Required first