Paired Passages

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What are paired passages?

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Paired passages are two related texts that are read together to compare and contrast their themes, ideas, or information.

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True or False? Paired passages have no similarities or connections.

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False. Paired passages are designed to have similarities or connections.

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What is informational text?

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Informational text is a type of writing that provides factual information about a specific topic.

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What does nonfiction mean?

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Nonfiction refers to texts that are based on real events, people, and facts.

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What does it mean to compare and contrast?

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To compare and contrast means to examine how two or more things are alike and/or different.

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True or False? The first step when reading paired passages is to read both passages and answer the questions.

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False. The first step is to read each passage carefully before answering questions.

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What is the purpose of a paired passage?

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The purpose of a paired passage is to enhance understanding by analyzing two texts together.

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is the central idea or message that is conveyed in a text.

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What is the difference between fiction and nonfiction?

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Fiction is a narrative that is created from the imagination, while nonfiction is based on real events and facts.

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What is a summary?

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A summary is a brief statement that captures the main points of a text.

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