English // Reading Comprehension

Fact vs opinion

Distinguish between statements of fact and statements of opinion in texts, recognising how authors blend factual information with subjective viewpoints

Ages
10 to 11
Type
Concept
Builds on
1 topic
Leads to
2 topics
Standards
1 code

Quick check

When the learner reads a newspaper article or non-fiction text, can they point out which parts are facts and which parts are the author's opinions — and explain how they can tell the difference?

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Topic // Mastery

What mastery looks like

What a learner can do once this topic is secure.
  • Identify and label statements as fact or opinion in a newspaper article
  • Explain why a statement is a fact by citing verifiable evidence or why it is an opinion
  • Recognise persuasive techniques that present opinions as if they were facts

Topic // Map

Where this fits

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  • RequiredMust come first
  • HelpfulHelps, but not essential

Before this

1 topic
  • Why the author wrote itRequired

    Reading Comprehension // Ages 8 to 9

    Fact vs opinion builds on identifying author's point of view

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Fact vs opinion

Ages 10 to 11 // Concept

Leads to

2 topics

Topic // Standards

Curriculum standards

Codes for the curriculum statements this topic maps to. Each publisher owns its standard text.
The national curriculum in England: Key stages 1 and 2 framework document
Eng.UKS2.Read.Comp.4

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