Opinion Uncovered

In this worksheet, students read a passage filled with strongly opinionated language and highlight or underline words that reveal the author’s bias or judgment. They then answer questions that require them to explain why certain phrases signal opinion rather than fact. Students practice rewriting a portion of the passage in a neutral tone, reinforcing their ability to distinguish subjective language from objective reporting. The activity encourages learners to analyze how word choice shapes the reader’s perception. By examining positive exaggerations and contrast statements, students develop stronger critical-reading habits. The worksheet also builds skills for identifying when an author is overselling an idea rather than presenting balanced information. The reflection questions deepen students’ understanding of why detecting opinion matters in real-world texts.

Curriculum Matched Skills

English Language Arts – Analyzing Author Bias and Point of View

English Language Arts – Distinguishing Facts from Opinions

English Language Arts – Evaluating Word Choice and Tone

English Language Arts – Critical Thinking and Textual Analysis

This worksheet is part of our Critical Comprehension Worksheets collection.