Informational Text Review

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What are headings and subheadings?

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Titles that distinguish different sections.

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What graphic feature is shown in this example?

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Diagram.

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Complete the following sentence: Unlike fictional texts, informational texts use research. Research is an...

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An investigation or study of a subject that is meant to expand a person’s knowledge and understanding of that subject.

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What is text structure?

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The way or method an author/writer uses in order to organize and present information.

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What are the different types of text structures?

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Description/List, Cause & Effect, Problem & Solution, Compare & Contrast, and Sequence of Events.

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What is the purpose of headings in informational texts?

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To help readers navigate and understand the main topics and sections.

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What is a diagram?

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A visual representation that explains or illustrates information.

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What is the difference between informational texts and fictional texts?

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Informational texts are based on facts and research, while fictional texts are based on stories and imagination.

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What is a cause and effect text structure?

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A structure that explains reasons why something happened and the results of that event.

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What is a compare and contrast text structure?

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A structure that discusses similarities and differences between two or more subjects.