Exploring Text Structures in Descriptive Writing

The video tutorial introduces the concept of description as a text structure. It explains how descriptions create mental images of objects or items and highlights key words that signal descriptions. The tutorial uses the Florida worm lizard as an example, detailing its physical characteristics to illustrate how to identify descriptive words and phrases. The video encourages viewers to analyze descriptions and apply these skills to their own reading.

What is the primary purpose of a description in a text?

• To list facts without detailed explanations

• To provide a timeline of events

• To give a detailed image or idea of an object or concept

• To argue a point or persuade the reader

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Which of the following words might indicate a description in a text?

• Therefore

• However

• Because

• For example

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What should you ask yourself when identifying a description in a text?

• Who is the author?

• Why was the text written?

• What specific object or idea is being described?

• When was the text written?

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CCSS.RL.1.2

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What is the length of the Florida worm lizard as described in the example?

• 5 inches

• 8 inches

• 12 inches

• 15 inches

According to the description, which body part does the Florida worm lizard lack?

• Mouth

• Eyes and ears

• Legs and feet

• Tail

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CCSS.RI.4.5

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What does the Florida worm lizard's body resemble?

• A small snake

• A large spider

• A giant earthworm

• A tiny mouse

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What did the narrator use to organize the description of the Florida worm lizard?

• A table

• A narrative paragraph

• A graphic organizer

• A list

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How many descriptive phrases or words did the narrator come up with for the Florida worm lizard?

• Ten

• Eight

• Six

• Four

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What is encouraged at the end of the session?

• To take a break

• To review the session again

• To start a new topic

• To apply the learned skills in their own reading

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CCSS.RF.1.3G

CCSS.RF.3.4B

CCSS.RF.5.3A

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CCSS.RF.5.4B

What type of text structure was the focus of today's lesson?

• Descriptive

• Expository

• Narrative

• Argumentative