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 type of writing shows the order something did or is supposed to happen in?

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Chronological order & sequence.

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What does 'expedite' mean?

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To quicken.

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What does the author want you to learn about taste buds?

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Taste buds are found in different places.

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What type of writing considers similarities and differences?

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Compare & contrast.

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What is the purpose of an informational text?

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To inform or educate the reader about a specific topic.

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What is a main idea?

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

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What are supporting details?

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Facts, examples, or descriptions that explain or support the main idea.

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What is chronological order?

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The arrangement of events in the order they occurred.

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What is cause and effect writing?

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A type of writing that explains reasons why something happened and the results of that event.