Claim Verification Challenge

Students evaluate six unusual or surprising claims and determine whether they are fact or fiction. For each claim, they also identify whether they feel confident based on prior knowledge or whether further research is needed. This encourages learners to reflect on the limits of their understanding and recognize when fact-checking is necessary. After making their choice, students write explanations to justify their reasoning with logical thinking or contextual understanding. The worksheet promotes an investigative mindset by prompting students to analyze scientific, technological, and natural-world statements. It reinforces critical questioning habits essential for navigating misinformation.

Curriculum Matched Skills

English Language Arts – Evaluating Credibility of Statements

Inquiry Skills – Determining When Research Is Required

Science Literacy – Checking Scientific Accuracy

Critical Thinking – Reasoning Through Claims

This worksheet is part of our Fact vs Fiction Worksheets collection.