Read the following sentence from “Three Cheers for the Nanny State.”

Question

That’s what the government is supposed to do, help us get where we want to go.

Which of the following is accurate?

A. The statement is an opinion because many people would agree with it.
B. The statement is an opinion because it reflects the author's belief.
C. The statement is a fact because it proves the author's argument.
D. The statement is a fact because it is a true piece of information.

Answer 1

The most accurate choice is:

B. The statement is an opinion because it reflects the author's belief.

This is because the phrase expresses a viewpoint about the role of government, which is subjective and based on the author's perspective.