Informational Text - Unit 3

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What is the central idea of a nonfiction selection?

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The main idea in the text.

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Which research method involves directly talking to people?

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Personal interviews.

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What is nonfiction based on?

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Facts and research.

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What type of nonfiction is often opinionated and humorous, reflecting on real-world events?

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Commentary.

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Which is NOT a characteristic of nonfiction writing?

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Involves imaginary characters.

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What is the purpose of nonfiction writing?

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To inform and educate the reader.

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What distinguishes nonfiction from fiction?

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Nonfiction is based on real events and facts, while fiction is based on imagination.

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What is a biography?

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A nonfiction text that tells the life story of a real person.

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What is an autobiography?

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A nonfiction text written by a person about their own life.

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What is a primary source?

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An original document or firsthand account of an event.