Informational Text

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What is author's purpose?

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Author's purpose is the primary reason for which an author is writing a text.

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CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

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What is a supporting detail?

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A supporting detail is a specific fact that an author includes in a text to support the main idea.

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

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What text structure is used to give steps on how to do something?

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The process or procedural text structure is used to give steps on how to do something.

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CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.8.5

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What do text structures refer to?

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Text structures refer to the ways in which information is organized in a text.

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CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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What do text features include?

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Text features include elements like headings, subheadings, captions, and graphics that help readers understand the text.

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CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.K.5

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What is the difference between main idea and supporting details?

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The main idea is the central point of a text, while supporting details are facts or examples that reinforce the main idea.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

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What is the significance of understanding text features?

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Understanding text features helps readers navigate and comprehend the text more effectively.

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CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.K.5

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How can identifying the author's purpose enhance comprehension?

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Identifying the author's purpose can help readers understand the context and intent behind the text, leading to better comprehension.

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CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

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What are common types of text structures?

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Common types of text structures include chronological, cause and effect, compare and contrast, problem and solution, and descriptive.

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CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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Why is it important to recognize supporting details?

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Recognizing supporting details is important because they provide evidence and clarity to the main idea.

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2