ELA 6th grade: M-Step Prep

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What influences an author's writing?

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Background, culture, and personal beliefs.

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What is visual writing?

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Uses text and images to share information.

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What is historical writing?

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Gives facts and explanations about historic events.

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What is an autobiography?

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A story a person writes about his or her own life.

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What is expository writing?

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Presents fact, discusses idea, or explains a process.

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What is the purpose of an author's background?

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It shapes their perspective and influences their writing.

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What does it mean to analyze a text?

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To examine it closely to understand its meaning and structure.

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The central point or message that the author wants to convey.

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What are supporting details?

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Facts or examples that help explain or support the main idea.

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What is the difference between fiction and non-fiction?

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Fiction is made up, while non-fiction is based on real events or facts.