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Vocabulary, Fact & Opinion

Grade 1 · Stretch challenge · 8 questions · Version PG-P0DAP8-1PLC

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1.The class tested paper towels using equal water, measured each result, and recorded the data. What does “recorded” mean here?
2.The council compared three playground plans for cost, safety, and accessibility before voting. Give one fact and one opinion about this topic.
3.City trees shade sidewalks, absorb rainwater, and provide shelter for birds and insects. Give one fact and one opinion about this topic.
4.During winter, a fox grows a thicker coat. The extra fur traps air and helps it stay warm. Give one fact and one opinion about this topic.
5.Weather can change in hours, but climate describes patterns measured over many years. Give one fact and one opinion about this topic.
6.The council compared three playground plans for cost, safety, and accessibility before voting. What does “accessibility” mean here?
7.Some seeds travel on fur, while others float on wind or water. Each method spreads seeds. Give one fact and one opinion about this topic.
8.Some seeds travel on fur, while others float on wind or water. Each method spreads seeds. What does “dispersal” mean here?

Answers and teaching notes

Use the answers to check the work after the learner finishes. For writing prompts, the guide describes what a strong response should include.

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  1. The class tested paper towels using equal water, measured each result, and recorded the data. What does “recorded” mean here?Wrote down for later use
  2. The council compared three playground plans for cost, safety, and accessibility before voting. Give one fact and one opinion about this topic.Fact: The council compared three plans. Opinion: The largest plan was clearly best.
  3. City trees shade sidewalks, absorb rainwater, and provide shelter for birds and insects. Give one fact and one opinion about this topic.Fact: Trees can shelter birds. Opinion: Every street should have hundreds of trees.
  4. During winter, a fox grows a thicker coat. The extra fur traps air and helps it stay warm. Give one fact and one opinion about this topic.Fact: A fox grows thicker fur in winter. Opinion: Fox fur looks beautiful in snow.
  5. Weather can change in hours, but climate describes patterns measured over many years. Give one fact and one opinion about this topic.Fact: Climate is measured over many years. Opinion: Rainy climates are unpleasant.
  6. The council compared three playground plans for cost, safety, and accessibility before voting. What does “accessibility” mean here?How usable something is for different people
  7. Some seeds travel on fur, while others float on wind or water. Each method spreads seeds. Give one fact and one opinion about this topic.Fact: Some seeds travel on animal fur. Opinion: Wind-carried seeds are fascinating.
  8. Some seeds travel on fur, while others float on wind or water. Each method spreads seeds. What does “dispersal” mean here?The spreading of something

Worked example

Check whether a statement can be verified, then use evidence to interpret vocabulary.

Common mistake

Treating a strongly worded opinion as a fact.

Helpful hint

Ask what evidence could prove the statement.