The Facts About TV Junk Food Ads

Scholastic ACTION: May 10, 2010

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DIRECTIONS: After reading the debate about junk food ads on TV, read the sentences below. If the sentence contains information that can be proved, click the bubble next to FACT. If the sentence states a belief, click the bubble next to OPINION.

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1

Three out of every 10 American kids are overweight.

1. FACT
2. OPINION

2

Everyone has a right to advertise.

1. FACT
2. OPINION

3

Most foods advertised on teen and kid shows are unhealthy.

1. FACT
2. OPINION

4

Teens watch too much TV.

1. FACT
2. OPINION

5

The Healthy Kids Act could ban junk food ads on teen and kid TV programs.

1. FACT
2. OPINION

6

You should never eat chips or candy.

1. FACT
2. OPINION

7

Studies show that kids are more likely than adults to buy things they see in TV ads.

1. FACT
2. OPINION

8

Unhealthy snacks taste better than healthy snacks.

1. FACT
2. OPINION

9

Being overweight can sometimes lead to health problems.

1. FACT
2. OPINION

10

Parents should decide what their kids and teens are allowed to eat.

1. FACT
2. OPINION