This document discusses distinguishing between facts and opinions in non-fiction texts. It provides definitions of facts as statements that can be proven true, while opinions represent personal views that others may disagree with. It also lists several words that can help identify opinions such as adjectives, adverbs, and emotive language. Additionally, the document outlines different uses that writers employ facts and opinions for, such as to persuade, shock, support an argument, or encourage action. Students are then tasked with identifying facts and opinions in a sample text and evaluating how they are used.