In this lesson, students will distinguish between fact v opinion and explore how bias can influence one's writing.
Distinguishing Between Fact and Opinion
Subject
English Language Arts — Language, Reading Standards for Fiction, Reading Standards for Informational Text, Speaking and Listening, Writing
Grade Level
Grades 6-12
Resource Type
Activity
Standards Alignment
State-specific
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Delineate and evaluate the argument and specific claims in a text, assessing whether the reasoning is sound and the evidence is relevant and sufficient; recognize when irrelevant evidence is introduced.
Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative, connotative, and technical meanings; analyze the impact of specific word choices on meaning and tone, including analogies or allusions to other texts.
Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience.
Develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach.
Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content.
