What is the key difference between a subjective viewpoint and an objective viewpoint?

A subjective viewpoint is based on personal opinions, while an objective viewpoint is based on facts and proven truths.

Which of the following statements is most likely a subjective statement?

That was the best movie ever made.

The song reached number one on the Billboard charts in 2023.

Understanding the difference is important when evaluating news sources to distinguish between factual reporting and opinion pieces.

7th GradeELA30 min

I can distinguish between subjective and objective points of view in a text.

3 min

Subjective or Objective - What is the difference? It's time to Learn English

English Addict with Mr Duncan

6 min

Key concepts students will learn:

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The words 'subjective' and 'objective' in English sound and look similar, but their meanings are quite the opposite.
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If something is subjective, it is based on a person's personal opinion about something.
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Something objective refers to a fact, something that is true or has been proven.

10 min

4 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer

5 min

“Give an example of a subjective statement and an example of an objective statement.”

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