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Using Facts and Opinions
Do you know the difference between a fact and an opinion? A fact is a statement that can be proven. An opinion is a personal thought or feeling that can’t be proven. To think clearly, you need to know the difference between facts and opinions.
Fact: The city offers archery and fishing. Opinion: Archery is cooler than fishing.
Fact: My dad drank coffee this morning. Opinion: Coffee tastes horrible.
Fact vs. Opinion
Your friend says, “Downtown Theater is showing Rescue Dogs. We should go this afternoon!”