Notice & Note Nonfiction Signposts

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When you're reading, and the author shows you a difference between what you know and what's happening in the text, or a difference between 2 or more things in the text.

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Contrasts & Contradictions

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What is the difference, and why does it matter? Options: Contrasts & Contradictions, Absolute / Extreme Language, Numbers & Stats, Quoted Words, Word Gaps

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Contrasts & Contradictions

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When you're reading, and the author uses language that leaves no doubt, exaggerates, or pushes the limit.

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Absolute / Extreme Language

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Why did the author say it like that? Options: Contrasts & Contradictions, Absolute / Extreme Language, Numbers & Stats, Quoted Words, Word Gaps

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Absolute / Extreme Language

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When you’re reading, and you notice specific numbers, number words, or amounts.

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Numbers & Stats

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Why did the author use those numbers or amounts? Options: Contrasts & Contradictions, Absolute / Extreme Language, Numbers & Stats, Quoted Words, Word Gaps

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Numbers & Stats

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When you're reading, and you notice, the author quoted a voice of authority, a personal perspective, or cited others' words.

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Quoted Words

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Why did the author quote this person? Options: Contrasts & Contradictions, Absolute / Extreme Language, Numbers & Stats, Quoted Words, Word Gaps

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Quoted Words

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When you're reading and you notice the author uses a word or phrase you don’t know.

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Word Gaps

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What type of question asks: "Do I know this word from someplace else? Does this seem like technical talk for experts? Can I find clues in the sentence to help me understand this word?"

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Word Gaps