Reading EOC Study Guide

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What is a signal word for the description text structure?

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Features are signal words that indicate a description text structure.

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What is the central idea of a text?

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A single sentence describing the most important details of the text.

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What does it mean if an author's purpose is to persuade?

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The author wants to convince the reader of something.

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What is a direct quote?

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Text evidence that repeats the text exactly, word for word.

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What is text structure?

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The way the author organizes the text.

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What are some common signal words for comparison text structure?

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Common signal words include 'similarly', 'likewise', and 'on the other hand'.

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What is the purpose of summarizing a text?

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To provide a brief overview of the main ideas without personal opinions.

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What is the difference between a fact and an opinion?

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A fact can be proven true or false, while an opinion is a personal belief.

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What is the author's purpose in an informative text?

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To provide information and educate the reader about a topic.

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What does it mean to analyze a text?

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To examine the text closely to understand its meaning and structure.