6th Grade Informational Text Review

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What is a topic?

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The general subject of a text.

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What does 'sequence' refer to in informational texts?

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The order in which events or steps occur.

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What should summaries include?

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The main idea.

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What is a description in informational texts?

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A detailed account that provides information about a subject.

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What does 'cause and effect' mean?

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A relationship where one event (the cause) leads to another event (the effect).

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What is the purpose of comparing and contrasting?

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To identify similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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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 is the difference between facts and opinions?

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Facts are statements that can be proven true, while opinions are personal beliefs or judgments.

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What is the role of supporting details in a text?

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To provide evidence and examples that reinforce the main idea.

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What is an informational text?

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A type of writing that provides factual information about a specific topic.