Identifying Fact and Opinion

A fact is something that is true or can be proven.
An opinion is knowledge based on feelings about a given topic.

Directions: Read each sentence. Decide whether each example is a fact or opinion. Write the word "fact" or "opinion" beside the appropriate sentence.

1. Desserts are not as beautiful as forests.
2. St. Patrick's Day is associated with the country of Ireland.
3. Earth's largest ocean is the Pacific Ocean.
4. Abraham Lincoln was the greatest president.
5. Madrid is the capital of Spain.
6. Leftover spaghetti is delicious.
7. Honeybees are insects.
8. Baseball is much more interesting than football.
9. Blue is an attractive colour.
10. Brazil is on the continent of South America.
11. My parents like classical music more than pop music.
12. Lemons and limes look similar except for their color.
13. Sunflowers are the prettiest flowers.
14. We live in a brick house.
15. My aunt is the funniest person I know.