Question

Is the following statement a fact or an opinion?

"But reports soon surfaced that Hossack had abused and threatened his family, and for years his wife had gone to the neighbors to complain of his behavior."

—Midnight Assassin,
Patricia L. Bryan and Thomas Wolf

Answer 1

The statement from 'Midnight Assassin' contains both fact and opinion; the reports mentioned are factual, yet their interpretation may hold opinions. Such distinctions are critical in understanding and critically analyzing texts.

Step-by-step explanation:

The passage in question from 'Midnight Assassin' by Patricia L. Bryan and Thomas Wolf presents information that contains both factual elements and what might be considered opinion or allegation. When it refers to reports surfacing of Hossack's abuse and threats, it is considering factual reports; however, the interpretation of these reports can lean into opinion, as it involves subjective judgment of Hossack's behavior. John Adams's quote emphasizes that while facts and laws are immutable, opinions and biases can affect our perception of them. On the other hand, examples from the texts provided showcase a variety of contexts in which facts, allegations, and opinions interact, affecting the narrative and the interpretation of events.

Answer 2

Fact

Step-by-step explanation:

I got that one right. The next part is B (It supports the idea that women’s perspectives were not taken seriously.)