Exit Ticket: Text Features & ALWTW Background Knowledge

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What is a text feature that helps readers understand the main idea of a section?

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Heading

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Why did the author of ALWTW include different styles of text within the novel?

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To highlight the different storylines

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What is the purpose of a caption in a text?

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To explain what is shown in an image or graphic

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What is the significance of alternating timelines in a narrative?

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To contrast the struggles of survival and the impact of development over time

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What is the primary historical context of A Long Walk to Water?

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The Sudanese Civil War

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Define 'text features'.

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Elements such as headings, captions, and glossaries that help readers understand the content.

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What is the role of a glossary in a text?

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To provide definitions of key terms used in the text.

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How do headings assist readers?

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They indicate the main idea of a section, guiding readers through the text.

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What does the term 'narrative structure' refer to?

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The way a story is organized, including elements like timelines and perspectives.

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Why is it important to understand the historical context of a story?

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It provides background that helps readers understand characters' motivations and events.