INFORMATIONAL TEXT

REVIEW QUIZ

ENGLISH 6

Basic Organizational Patterns of an Informational Text

• Comparison and Contrast                  

• Problem-Solution

• Cause-Effect

• Time Order Sequence

• Description/Enumeration

What is an informational text?

It presents facts and other relevant data about a particular topic.

It is NON-FICTION. It talks about REAL peope, events, or things.

It helps readers acquire new or additional knowledge about a subject matter.

Open Ended

Define what is an informational text.

Multiple Choice

The information in this informational text is arranged in a specific or chronological order.

• comparison and contrast

• problem-solution

• description/enumeration

• time-order/sequence

Multiple Choice

Similarities and the differences in the topic are being explained in this type of informational text.

• cause and effect

• time-order/sequence

• problem-solution

• comparison and contrast

Multiple Choice

This informational text gives details about a topic using descriptive adjectives

• time-order/sequence

• comparison and contrast

• description

• problem-solution

Multiple Choice

This informational text tells readers about an existing problem and how it’s solved.

• time-order/sequence

• problem-solution

• cause and effect

• cause and effect

Multiple Choice

This informational text provides a reason/explanation for an event

• problem-solution

• cause and effect

• time-order/sequence

• cause and effect

An informational text has THREE BASIC PARTS

Multiple Select

Which among the following are the three (3) basic parts of an informational text.

• Body

• Purpose

• Conclusion

• Structure

• Introduction

INFORMATIONAL TEXT consists of three basic parts…

INTRODUCTION

It is composed of one paragraph. It contains the topic or major idea of the whole text. This is also called the thesis statement.

INFORMATIONAL TEXT consists of three basic parts…

BODY

This is where the author writes the important details that will give more information about the topic.

INFORMATIONAL TEXT consists of three basic parts…

CONCLUSION

It is the final paragraph in the text. It confirms and restates the thesis statement and gives the composition an appropriate closure.

Multiple Select

Which among the following are the three (3) elements of an informational text?

• Purpose

• Conclusion

• Structure

• Language Feature

• Introduction

PURPOSE

gives examples of…

list pieces of information about…

describe the parts of…

presents details to support the idea that…

states evidence to prove that…

STRUCTURE

Major Idea:

- supporting details (example/description)

- supporting details (example/description)

- supporting details (example/description)

POINT-BY-POINT METHOD

• Used to compare and contrast two subjects by focusing on specific points.

• Compares or contrasts based on particular points

• One body paragraph is allotted for each point of comparison and contrast

• Subjects are compares side by side

STRUCTURE

Body Paragraph 1 (Point of Comparison: Functions)

 Discussion of similarities of desktop and laptop

Body Paragraph 2 (Point of Contrast: Portability)

 Desktop versus laptop

Body Paragraph 3 (Point of Contrast: Internet Connection)

 Desktop versus laptop

Body Paragraph 4 (Point of Contrast: Power Life)

 Desktop versus laptop

Body Paragraph 4 (Point of Contrast: Durability)

 Desktop versus laptop

BLOCK METHOD

•Discusses each subject based on the given points in individual paragraphs.

•You describe all the similarities in the first body paragraph and then all the differences in the second body paragraph.

STRUCTURE

• Body Paragraph 1 (Subject: Desktop)

   Point A: Functions

   Point B: Portability

   Point C: Internet Connection

   Point D: Power Life

   Point E: Durability 

• Body Paragraph 2 (Subject: Laptop)

   Point A: Functions

   Point B: Portability

   Point C: Internet Connection

   Point D: Power Life

   Point E: Durability 

LANGUAGE FEATURES

first, second, third

next, last, finally

such as, like, likewise, similarly

for example, for instance

in addition

moreover

furthermore

also, besides

Coronavirus (COVID-19): Social Distancing With Children

Coronavirus (COVID-19) has affected countries throughout the world, but the world is fighting back. We still have a lot to learn about COVID-19. But we do know that practicing social distancing is an important part of stopping the spread of the virus.

What Is

What Is Social Distancing?

Most of us call it "social distancing," but it can help to think of it as "physical distancing" instead. Social distancing puts space between people. By keeping their distance from others, people infected with the virus are less likely to spread it.

The virus mainly spreads when someone breathes, talks, coughs, or sneezes, which sends tiny droplets into the air. People standing nearby can get these droplets in their eyes, nose, or mouth, or they can breathe them in.

When there are at least 6 feet between people, these droplets are more likely to fall onto the ground rather than on other people. Less often, tinier droplets can linger in the air for minutes to hours. These are called aerosols.

Because infected people may not have symptoms, it is best to keep a safe distance whenever you're around people you don't live with.

How Do We Keep a Safe Distance in Public?Many states have reopened businesses and restarted recreational activities. So you might wonder how to keep your distance from others when you leave your home. Here are some tips for the whole family:

• Whether outdoors or indoors, stay at least 6 feet away from other people and wear a mask or cloth face covering.

• Sit or stand at least 6 feet away from others while taking public transportation.

• Use drive-thru or curbside pick-up when possible for food orders and shopping. Shopping online from home is another way to keep your distance from others.

• Choose outdoor venues for dining or activities whenever possible, as that gives people more space to spread out.

• Follow local guidelines for things like how many people can gather in groups and what activities are allowed. They may differ from place to place. Also check with your doctor, local health department, or CDC for the most updated information.

Help your kids stay connected with friends and extended family members through video visits or playdates. If your kids meet friends in person, help them plan small outdoor get-togethers where they can keep a safe distance from each other, such as doing sidewalk chalk art or riding bikes.

You also can plan family activities. Take a walk or a hike to get out and get active without physical contact. Try to find quiet streets or less well-known paths for these outings. It's best not to go to parks where lots of people gather, especially those with things that lots of kids use, like jungle gyms.

Open Ended

What is the purpose of the text?

Open Ended

What is the structure of the text?

Open Ended

What are the language features that you can see from the text?