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Directions: Read the following statements. Underline the fact statements and circle the
opinion statements. Use an encyclopedia for help.- George Washington was the first president of the
United States. - He was a general in the Revolutionary War.
- George Washington’s wife was named Martha.
- I think Martha is a pretty name.
- George Washington never lived in the White House.
- George Washington had no children.
- Mount Vernon is the name of George Washington’s
residence. - Mount Vernon is located in Virginia.
- Virginia is a cool place to go on vacation.
- You should learn things when you go on vacation.
- John Adams was the first vice president of the United
States. - George Washington is called The Father of Our Country.
- If still living, Washington would be elected president
again. - Washington was born on February 22, 1732.
- Washington died on December 14, 1799, in
Mount Vernon, Virginia.