R.ELAR.5.E
Distinguish facts from simple assertions and opinions.
Reading I, II, III (One-Half to Three Credits). · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2017
Standard Unwrapping
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factssimple assertionsopinionstext
Skills
- define (facts, assertions, opinions) #dok1
- identify (facts, assertions, opinions in text) #dok2
- distinguish (facts from simple assertions and opinions in texts) #dok2
- analyze (examples of facts, assertions, and opinions in various contexts) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can define facts, assertions, and opinions. #dok1
- I can identify facts, assertions, and opinions in a text. #dok2
- I can distinguish between facts, simple assertions, and opinions in a passage. #dok2
- I can analyze examples of statements to determine if they are facts, assertions, or opinions. #dok3
Big Ideas
- It is important to be able to distinguish between factual information and opinions or assertions in order to critically evaluate texts.
- Recognizing the difference between facts, assertions, and opinions helps readers make informed judgments about what they read.
Essential Questions
- What is the difference between a fact, an assertion, and an opinion?
- Why is it important to distinguish between facts and opinions when reading?
- How can you determine if a statement in a text is a fact, assertion, or opinion?
- What impact does confusing facts with opinions or assertions have on understanding a text?
- Can a statement be both an assertion and an opinion? Why or why not?