Read each statement and determine whether it is a fact or an opinion.

Question

"And so this Bridge is a wonder of science."

"In the course of the construction of the Bridge a number of lives have been lost."

"The impression it makes upon the visitor is one of astonishment, an astonishment that grows with every visit."

"The show received poor reviews, except for the mention by one reviewer of the 'special effects,' which, he wrote, were 'outstanding.'"

Answer 1

Let's analyze each statement:

1. "And so this Bridge is a wonder of science."

   • Opinion: This statement expresses a personal viewpoint about the bridge being a "wonder," which is subjective.

2. "In the course of the construction of the Bridge a number of lives have been lost."

   • Fact: This statement presents a factual claim about fatalities occurring during construction, which can be verified.

3. "The impression it makes upon the visitor is one of astonishment, an astonishment that grows with every visit."

   • Opinion: This expresses a subjective experience or feeling that visitors may have, which can differ from person to person.

4. "The show received poor reviews, except for the mention by one reviewer of the 'special effects,' which, he wrote, were 'outstanding.'"

   • Fact: This statement can be verified through review sources, indicating that there were generally poor reviews with one exception regarding the special effects.

In summary:

• Statement 1: Opinion
• Statement 2: Fact
• Statement 3: Opinion
• Statement 4: Fact