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A fact is a specific detail that can be proven as true based on objective evidence. Objective proof can be one or more of the following: physical evidence, an eyewitness account, or the result of an accepted scientific method. Example: COVID-19 is a new virus which has spread quickly to many countries around the world. - This statement is a fact based on the number of cases recorded around the world which has greatly affected how people live. Dry cough, fever and tiredness are the most common symptoms of COVID – 19. - Based on the triage of the spread of COVID – 19 virus, dry cough, fever and tiredness are the most common symptoms, although other may have it without showing symptoms. Social distancing and wearing of face mask will help lessen the spread of the virus. - This statement is a fact, based on the spread of the virus through drops from an infected person, social distancing and wearing of facemask will help lessen the spread of the virus if not prevent it from spreading. An opinion is a feeling, judgment, belief, or conclusion that cannot be proven true by objective evidence. Example: COVID – 19 affect only old people. - This statement is an opinion basing on the age group that the virus has spread through; not only old people get affected rather everyone may get affected by the virus no matter what age group we belong People infected with COVID -19 will get very sick and die. - This statement is an opinion basing on the number of recoveries recorded daily, it is not true that people infected with virus will get very sick and eventually die because there is a high chance of survival from the virus as long as we follow the health protocol set by the Department of Health. Distinguishing Between Fact and Opinion Remember: Facts can be proven. Opinions cannot be proven. ❖ To find out if a statement is a fact, ask yourself, “Can this statement be proven?” ❖ To find out if a statement is an opinion, ask yourself, “Does this statement tell what someone thinks or feels? Separating Fact from Opinion FACT OPINION -objective -subjective -states reality -interprets reality -can be verified -can’t be verified