Question

which sentence states a fact?
the half moon had a more intriguing name than henry hudsons other ships, the discovery and the hopewell.
english explorer henry hudson sailed up what is now the hudson river on the dutch ship half moon.

Explanation:

A fact is an objective statement that can be proven true. The first sentence involves a subjective judgment ("more intriguing name") which varies by opinion. The second sentence about Henry Hudson sailing up the Hudson River on the Half Moon is a verifiable historical fact.

Answer:

English explorer Henry Hudson sailed up what is now the Hudson River on the Dutch ship Half Moon.