STAAR Review Informational Texts

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What is the main idea of a text?

Back

The main idea is what the text is mostly about.

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

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What text structure is used to organize information by telling the order of events?

Back

Sequence.

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CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

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What does it mean to compare and contrast in a text?

Back

To compare and contrast means to identify similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

Front

What are the common purposes of informational text?

Back

To inform, explain, or describe a topic.

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CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

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What is text structure?

Back

Text structure refers to how the author organizes the text.

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CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

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What is the difference between a fact and an opinion in informational texts?

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A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false, while an opinion is a personal belief or judgment.

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CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

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What is a cause and effect text structure?

Back

A cause and effect text structure explains reasons why something happened and the results of that event.

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CCSS.RI.2.5

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CCSS.RI.6.5

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What is the purpose of using headings and subheadings in informational texts?

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Headings and subheadings help organize the content and guide the reader through the text.

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CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

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What is the significance of supporting details in a text?

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Supporting details provide evidence and examples that reinforce the main idea.

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.2

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How can visuals (like charts and graphs) enhance understanding in informational texts?

Back

Visuals can clarify complex information and make data easier to understand.

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CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5