Nonfiction works often include an author’s opinion as well as facts. A fact is information that can be proved. An opinion is a person’s judgment or belief. To recognize clues that indicate an opinion, do the following:
· Look for phrases that indicate an opinion, such as I believe or in my opinion.
· Look for words that indicate a personal judgment, such as wonderful or terrible.
Be aware of words, such as always, nobody, worst, and all, that might indicate a personal judgment or viewpoint.
Read stories "My Papa, Mark Twain" and "Stage Fright"
· Look for phrases that indicate an opinion, such as I believe or in my opinion.
· Look for words that indicate a personal judgment, such as wonderful or terrible.
Be aware of words, such as always, nobody, worst, and all, that might indicate a personal judgment or viewpoint.
Read stories "My Papa, Mark Twain" and "Stage Fright"
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