Informational Text

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What is an informational text?

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An informational text is a type of writing that provides facts and information about a specific topic.

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What is a fact?

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A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false.

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What is an opinion?

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An opinion is a personal belief or judgment that is not based on proof.

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What is a nonfiction book?

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A nonfiction book is a book that provides factual information about real events, people, or topics.

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What is a heading in a text?

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A heading is a title or subtitle that indicates what a section of text is about.

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What is a map?

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A map is a visual representation of an area that shows locations and features.

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What does it mean to compare and contrast?

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To compare means to look at how things are similar, and to contrast means to look at how they are different.

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What is a keyword?

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A keyword is an important word that helps to identify the main idea of a text.

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What is the purpose of a timeline?

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A timeline is used to show events in the order they happened.

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The main idea is the most important point or message that the author wants to convey.