Text Dependent Analysis Flashcard Review

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What is a Text Dependent Analysis (TDA)?

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A TDA is a type of writing that requires students to analyze a text and use evidence from that text to support their ideas and arguments.

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What are transition words?

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Transition words are words or phrases that help connect ideas and guide the reader through a text. Examples include 'in addition', 'however', and 'as a result'.

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CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

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What should your introduction and conclusion do in a TDA?

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Your introduction should introduce the main topic and your conclusion should summarize your main points and restate your thesis.

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How can you identify complete sentences?

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Complete sentences can stand alone and express a complete thought.

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CCSS.RF.5.3A

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3B

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Why are graphic organizers useful in writing a TDA?

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Graphic organizers help to visually organize thoughts and ideas, making it easier to structure writing.

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What is the purpose of using evidence in a TDA?

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The purpose of using evidence is to support your claims and arguments with specific examples from the text.

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What is a thesis statement?

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A thesis statement is a sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay or TDA.

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What are some examples of graphic organizers?

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Examples of graphic organizers include Venn diagrams, mind maps, and flow charts.

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CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.K.5

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What does it mean to analyze a text?

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To analyze a text means to examine it closely to understand its meaning, structure, and the author's purpose.

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CCSS.RL.6.10

CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RF.5.4B

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RF.5.3A

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What is the role of the author in a text?

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The author is the person who writes the text and conveys ideas, arguments, and information.

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CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RI.7.6