Question

identify each statement as either a fact or an interpretation.
ravens can weigh up to two kilograms, making them one of the heaviest perching birds.
ravens can vocalize across a wide range and can mimic sounds they hear.
ravens are intelligent problem solvers, which means they could take over the world if they wanted.
ravens are almost as friendly as dogs and would make wonderful pets.

Explanation:

• A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false through evidence.
• An interpretation is a personal view or judgment about something.
• "Ravens can weigh up to two kilograms, making them one of the heaviest perching birds" is a fact as it can be verified by measuring ravens' weight.
• "Ravens can vocalize across a wide range and can mimic sounds they hear" is a fact as it can be observed.
• "Ravens are intelligent problem solvers, which means they could take over the world if they wanted" is an interpretation as the idea of them taking over the world is a subjective thought.
• "Ravens are almost as friendly as dogs and would make wonderful pets" is an interpretation as friendliness comparison and pet - suitability are subjective.

Answer:

• "Ravens can weigh up to two kilograms, making them one of the heaviest perching birds": Fact
• "Ravens can vocalize across a wide range and can mimic sounds they hear": Fact
• "Ravens are intelligent problem solvers, which means they could take over the world if they wanted": Interpretation
• "Ravens are almost as friendly as dogs and would make wonderful pets": Interpretation