Hard 2 pushes Grade 5 readers to evaluate longer claims about toothpaste ads, recycling reports, and library editorials. Multi-step items ask which part of a sentence is opinion and which detail offers the strongest support. Fill items target hidden bias, missing sources, and survey-based evidence, helping Grade 5 students grow into critical readers who question slogans and demand proof before accepting any claim.
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Fact and Opinion
Part A: Multiple Choice
Circle the best answer for each question.
1. An ad reads: 'Our toothpaste is the freshest, used by nine of ten dentists in a 2024 study.' Which part is opinion?
A) Our toothpaste is the freshest
B) Used by nine of ten dentists
C) In a 2024 study
D) By dentists
2. An editorial states: 'Recycling saves resources. Our city recycled 12,000 tons last year.' Which sentence is a fact?
A) Recycling saves resources only
B) Our city recycled 12,000 tons last year
C) Recycling is the kindest act
D) Saving resources is the best
3. A writer claims: 'Bike lanes should be added because biking is healthy and traffic is heavy.' Which detail is an opinion?
A) Traffic counts on city streets
B) The mayor's recent speech
C) Biking is the healthiest hobby
D) Bike lanes are made of paint
4. An editorial about libraries says: 'Books are amazing. Our library has 50,000 titles. Reading is wonderful.' Which support is strongest?
A) Books are amazing tools
B) Our library has 50,000 titles
C) Reading is wonderful for kids
D) Libraries are warm places
Part B: Fill in the Blank
Write the correct answer on each line.
1. When a writer mixes facts and feelings without warning readers, that is hidden bias.
2. A claim with no source listed is usually treated as an unsupported opinion.
3. Adding survey results from 200 students changes a feeling into a stronger fact.
4. An ad that uses 'everyone loves' without proof shows biased language.
5. Comparing two sources before trusting a claim is part of careful critical reading.
Fact and Opinion
★ Part A: Multiple Choice
Circle the best answer for each question.
1. An ad reads: 'Our toothpaste is the freshest, used by nine of ten dentists in a 2024 study.' Which part is opinion?
A) Our toothpaste is the freshest
B) Used by nine of ten dentists
C) In a 2024 study
D) By dentists
2. An editorial states: 'Recycling saves resources. Our city recycled 12,000 tons last year.' Which sentence is a fact?
A) Recycling saves resources only
B) Our city recycled 12,000 tons last year
C) Recycling is the kindest act
D) Saving resources is the best
3. A writer claims: 'Bike lanes should be added because biking is healthy and traffic is heavy.' Which detail is an opinion?
A) Traffic counts on city streets
B) The mayor's recent speech
C) Biking is the healthiest hobby
D) Bike lanes are made of paint
4. An editorial about libraries says: 'Books are amazing. Our library has 50,000 titles. Reading is wonderful.' Which support is strongest?
A) Books are amazing tools
B) Our library has 50,000 titles
C) Reading is wonderful for kids
D) Libraries are warm places
★ Part B: Fill in the Blank
Write the correct answer on each line.
1) When a writer mixes facts and feelings without warning readers, that is hidden bias.
2) A claim with no source listed is usually treated as an unsupported opinion.
3) Adding survey results from 200 students changes a feeling into a stronger fact.
4) An ad that uses 'everyone loves' without proof shows biased language.
5) Comparing two sources before trusting a claim is part of careful critical reading.
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