Informational Writing Flashcard

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What is informational writing?

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Informational writing is a type of writing that aims to inform or educate the reader about a specific topic, providing facts, details, and explanations.

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What is the purpose of identifying the audience in writing?

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Identifying the audience helps the writer tailor the content, tone, and style of the writing to meet the needs and interests of the readers.

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What are headings in an article?

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Headings are titles or subtitles that organize sections of information in an article, making it easier for readers to navigate and understand the content.

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What is the main purpose of Kelley Kane's article?

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The main purpose of Kelley Kane's article is to inform readers about the history of pizza.

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What is NOT a feature of informational writing?

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Dialogues and character development are NOT features of informational writing; they are more common in narrative writing.

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What is a strategy for organizing information in writing?

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Using headings to organize information is a strategy that helps structure the content clearly.

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What does it mean to annotate a text?

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Annotating a text means marking important details or making notes in the margins to highlight key information for later reference.

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What are linking words and phrases?

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Linking words and phrases are used to connect ideas and help the flow of writing, such as 'however', 'furthermore', and 'in addition'.

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What is the role of an introduction in informational writing?

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The introduction prepares readers to learn about the topic by providing background information and stating the main idea.

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What is a conclusion in writing?

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A conclusion summarizes the main points of the writing and reinforces the key message or takeaway for the reader.