Fact and Opinion

• Facts are statements that can be verified or proved. To see if they are true, you can look something up in a book or on the Internet.
  
  Example:  Monkeys are classified as vertebrates and mammals.

• Opinions express how someone feels.
  
  Example:  Monkeys are the most exciting jungle creatures to study.

• When you are reading, it is important to be aware of the difference between facts and opinions so that you can properly evaluate the meaning of the message.
  
  Complete these activities to help you practice identifying facts and opinions:

1. Complete this tutorial.
2. Practice with this exercise.
3. Take this practice quiz
4. This activity counts for a grade.