Differentiating Literary and Informational Texts

The video tutorial explains the differences between literary and informational texts, focusing on their purposes, organization, types, retention strategies, and visual elements. It highlights how literary texts are often read for entertainment and are organized with story elements, while informational texts aim to educate and are structured in various ways like chronological order or cause and effect. The tutorial also covers different types of texts, such as novels and textbooks, and discusses strategies for retaining information, emphasizing the importance of adjusting reading pace and using graphic organizers.

What is the primary purpose of reading literary texts?

• To learn new information

• To compare and contrast ideas

• For entertainment and fun

• To find solutions to problems

Which of the following is an example of informational text?

• A poem

• A short story

• A science textbook

• A novel

How are literary texts typically organized?

• By story elements like characters, plot, and setting

• By problem and solution

• By chronological order

• By cause and effect

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.5

Which type of text might use a Venn diagram for retention?

• Both literary and informational texts

• Neither literary nor informational texts

• Informational text

• Literary text

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CCSS.W.6.9B

Which of the following is NOT a type of literary text?

• Short story

• Poem

• Novel

• Newspaper article

What is a common organizational structure for informational texts?

• Story elements

• Chronological order

• Theme and lesson

• Character development

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CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.W.6.2A

What is a common feature of literary texts?

• Chapter titles

• Highlighted vocabulary

• Section headings

• Charts and maps

When reading informational text, what should you do to ensure understanding?

• Skip difficult sections

• Take notes and annotate

• Visualize the action

• Read quickly

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.6.6

What visual element is more likely to be found in informational texts?

• Illustrations

• Chapter titles

• Photographs and diagrams

• Figurative language

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CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.SL.6.2

Why is it important to understand the differences between literary and informational texts?

• To only focus on informational texts

• To avoid reading literary texts

• To ensure proper retention and understanding

• To read faster