Types of Texts (RI.4.3)

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What is a technical text?

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A technical text provides specific information about a particular subject, often including instructions or explanations, such as cookbooks or manuals.

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What is a historical text?

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A historical text provides information about past events, people, or places, often telling true stories or facts from history.

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What defines an informational text?

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Informational texts provide facts about real-life topics and do not include made-up characters or settings.

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Give an example of a technical text.

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An example of a technical text is 'The Unofficial Disney Parks Cookbook'.

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Give an example of a historical text.

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An example of a historical text is 'I Survived the Sinking of the Titanic, 1912'.

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What type of writing tells a true story about someone's past?

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This type of writing is called a historical text.

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What is the main purpose of informational texts?

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The main purpose of informational texts is to inform the reader about real-life topics.

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What type of nonfiction writing explains people, places, and events from history?

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This type of nonfiction writing is called historical writing.

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What is the difference between a technical text and a historical text?

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A technical text provides specific information or instructions, while a historical text provides information about past events or people.

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What are some common features of informational texts?

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Common features include headings, subheadings, charts, graphs, and factual information.