Types of Informative Texts

Which of the following is an example of an expository text?

• A fictional short story

• A scientific research article

• A poem

• A personal diary entry

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Analyze the structure of a news article. Which of the following elements is typically found at the beginning?

• Conclusion

• Background information

• Lead or introduction

• Supporting details

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Which type of informative text is most likely to include a hypothesis, methodology, and results?

• Biography

• Lab report

• Travel guide

• Editorial

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Evaluate the following text structure: "First, the author introduces the topic, then provides detailed explanations, and finally concludes with a summary." Which type of informative text does this describe?

• Narrative essay

• Descriptive essay

• Expository essay

• Persuasive essay

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Which of the following best describes the purpose of a procedural text?

• To entertain the reader with a story

• To provide step-by-step instructions on how to complete a task

• To argue a point of view

• To describe a historical event

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