Informational Text

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What is an informational text?

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An informational text is a type of writing that provides factual information about a specific topic. It is based on real events and includes features like headings, captions, and diagrams.

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What is a caption?

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A caption is a brief explanation or description accompanying an image or diagram in a text, helping readers understand what they are looking at.

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CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.K.5

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What is a diagram?

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A diagram is a visual representation that shows the parts of something, often labeled to help explain how it works or what it looks like.

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What are text features?

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Text features are elements that help organize and present information in a text, such as headings, subheadings, captions, diagrams, and tables.

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CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.K.5

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What does 'vacancy' mean in a hotel context?

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'Vacancy' means that there are available rooms in a hotel.

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CCSS.RL.4.4

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CCSS.RL.5.4

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What does 'no vacancy' mean?

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'No vacancy' means that the hotel is fully booked and has no available rooms.

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CCSS.RI.5.4

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What is a descriptive text?

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A descriptive text provides details about a person, place, thing, or idea, often using sensory language to create a vivid picture in the reader's mind.

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CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

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What is the purpose of a table of contents?

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The table of contents lists the chapters or sections of a book or article, helping readers find specific information quickly.

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What is the difference between fact and opinion?

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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 that cannot be proven.

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What is cause and effect?

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Cause and effect is a relationship where one event (the cause) leads to another event (the effect). For example, if it rains (cause), the ground gets wet (effect).

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