Info Text Skills Quiz

What is the main idea of a text that discusses the process of photosynthesis in plants?

• The importance of sunlight in nature

• How plants convert sunlight into energy

• The different types of plants in a forest

• The role of water in plant growth

When an author argues that recycling is essential for saving the planet, what is the author's purpose?

• To inform

• To persuade

• To entertain

• To describe

If a text is organized by comparing and contrasting two major renewable energy sources, what is the text structure?

• Cause and effect

• Sequence

• Compare and contrast

• Problem and solution

Which of the following is an inference you can make from a text that describes a busy city street with honking cars, crowded sidewalks, and tall buildings?

• The city is in a financial crisis.

• The city is a popular tourist destination.

• The city is experiencing a festival.

• The city is densely populated.

When evaluating an argument that claims "Eating organic food leads to better health," what evidence should you look for to support this analysis?

• Personal opinions about food

• Statistical data and scientific studies

• Advertisements from organic food companies

• Recipes that use organic ingredients

What is the main idea of a text that describes the life cycle of a butterfly?

• The importance of insects in nature

• The process by which a caterpillar becomes a butterfly

• Different types of butterflies

• How to care for a butterfly garden

If an author writes a detailed account of the first moon landing, focusing on the astronauts' experiences, what is the author's purpose?

• To persuade readers to support space exploration

• To inform readers about the historical event

• To entertain readers with a thrilling story

• To argue against the cost of space missions

In a text that outlines the causes of the American Revolution and its effects on modern democracy, what is the text structure?

• Cause and effect

• Sequence

• Compare and contrast

• Description

What inference can be made from a text that describes a character who spends hours each day practicing piano, refuses to go out with friends, and is always seen with sheet music?

• The character dislikes music.

• The character is preparing for a major performance.

• The character has no friends.

• The character prefers classical music over other genres.

When evaluating an argument that claims "Video games improve problem-solving skills," what evidence should you look for to support this analysis?

• Testimonials from famous gamers

• Research studies comparing problem-solving skills in gamers and non-gamers

• Sales data of popular video games

• The number of hours gamers spend playing