Week 4 Flashcard: Text Structures, Text Features, & Inferences

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What can you infer from a character's actions and feelings in a story?

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You can understand what is happening in the story and how the character feels, even if it is not directly stated.

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What is a glossary?

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A glossary is a list of words and their meanings, usually found at the end of a book.

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What does 'compare and contrast' mean?

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It means to look at two or more things to see how they are similar and how they are different.

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What are text features?

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Text features are parts of a text that help readers understand the information better, like headings, captions, and glossaries.

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Why is exercise important?

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Exercise is important because it helps keep your body healthy, makes your heart and muscles strong, and can improve your mood.

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What is cause and effect?

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Cause and effect explains why something happens (the cause) and what happens as a result (the effect).

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What is a heading?

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A heading is a title or subtitle that tells you what a section of text is about.

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What is a caption?

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A caption is a short description or explanation of a picture or illustration.

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What does 'description' mean in text structure?

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Description provides details about a topic, helping the reader visualize or understand it better.

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What is the purpose of text features in non-fiction?

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Text features help readers find important information and understand the content more easily.