Question

which sentence states a fact? madagascars elephant bird laid eggs the size of american footballs. settlers in madagascar should have done more to protect the elephant bird, which became extinct in the 1600s.

Explanation:

A fact is a statement that can be proven true. The first sentence ("Madagascar's elephant bird laid eggs the size of American footballs") presents a verifiable claim about the elephant bird's eggs. The second sentence includes a judgment ("should have done more") which is an opinion, not a fact.

Answer:

Madagascar's elephant bird laid eggs the size of American footballs.