Informational Text Flashcard

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What is a synonym for 'main idea'?

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Central idea or key idea.

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What can help with predicting what the text is about before reading?

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Title.

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What type of text structure describes a problem along with a solution?

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Problem/Solution.

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What is the objective of the boxed information titled 'Did You Know?'

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To provide facts about languages that are disappearing.

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What are clues in surrounding text that help determine the meaning of an unknown word?

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Context clues.

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What is the definition of 'informational text'?

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

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What is the purpose of a title in an informational text?

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To give the reader an idea of the main topic before reading.

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What does 'summarize' mean in the context of reading?

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To give a brief statement of the main points.

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What is 'text structure'?

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The way an author organizes information in a text.

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What does 'context' refer to in reading comprehension?

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The words and sentences surrounding a particular word or passage that help clarify its meaning.