Reading Informational Text

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Which of the following is NOT an author's purpose? Options: to Persuade (goal- to convince the reader), to Inform (goal- to state the facts), to Share a personal experience (goal- to share memories, hopes or dreams), To see how many compound-complex sentences they can squeeze into one text.

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To see how many compound-complex sentences they can squeeze into one text.

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Which is NOT an example of types of persuasive writing? Options: letters, speeches, advertisements, dictionary

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dictionary

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Which of the following is NOT an example of types of informative writing: newspaper, dictionary, editorial, pamphlet?

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editorial

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The author’s point of view reveals the author’s beliefs, personal judgments or _______________ toward a certain subject.

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attitudes

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A logical appeal supported by reasons and evidence

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argument

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Facts, expert opinions, examples, or other details that back up a reason or claim.

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evidence

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Does the author provide evidence to support the claim?
Everyone wants to live in a clean environment. This is something that all humans and animals deserve. Therefore, everyone should recycle. All paper, plastic, and also bottles should be put into recycling bins. Anyone that does not do this should pay a fine.

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No

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What type of evidence is: Drake has sold over forty million albums worldwide? Options: Example, Fact and/or Statistic, Personal Belief, Expert Opinion

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Fact and/or Statistic

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Which of the following is NOT a claim? Options: California is the best state in the USA., Twinkies taste better than other snack cakes because of their texture, their creamy filling, and their golden appearance., The school year began on August 18 and will end on June 4, Christmas is the best holiday of the year.

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The school year began on August 18 and will end on June 4

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Which piece of evidence could be used to BEST support this claim: High school students should be required to wear uniforms? Options: When adding everything up, a school uniform could end up costing more than $200., A student reported, "Allowing us to wear our own clothes gives us a chance to show our unique style and independence.", At one school that recently required students to wear uniforms, attendance rates went up, and behavior incidents went down., School uniforms can be ordered online.

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At one school that recently required students to wear uniforms, attendance rates went up, and behavior incidents went down.