Scientific/Historical/Technical Texts

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What type of text is a book about Ruby Bridges and her experience being the first African American student to attend an all-white school in 1960?

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Historical

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

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What type of text discusses the parts of a volcano and what causes it to erupt?

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Scientific

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What type of text lists the causes of global warming and future predictions if harmful behaviors continue?

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Scientific

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CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

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What type of text describes the first-ever hot air balloon ride?

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Historical

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

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What type of text explains the causes of airplane turbulence?

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Scientific

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Define 'scientific text'.

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A text that presents information based on scientific principles, research, and evidence.

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Define 'historical text'.

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A text that provides information about past events, people, and societies.

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

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What is the purpose of technical texts?

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To provide detailed information on specific subjects, often including instructions or explanations of processes.

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Give an example of a scientific text.

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An article discussing the effects of climate change on polar bear populations.

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Give an example of a historical text.

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A biography of a significant historical figure, such as Martin Luther King Jr.

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9