Informational Writing

Informational writing sometimes explains by doing what?

• By arguing

• By singing

• By dancing

• By painting

What is the main goal of informational writing?

• To express personal opinions

• To tell a story

• To teach readers something new

• To entertain readers

Which of the following is an example of informational writing?

• A fairy tale

• A personal diary entry

• A poem about love

• An article about the solar system

What is the purpose of the body paragraphs in informational writing?

• To introduce the topic

• To share facts and details

• To entertain the reader

• To conclude the writing

What is NOT a characteristic of informational writing?

• It is based on personal opinions

• It provides facts and details

• It explains a topic

• It aims to educate readers

Why is informational writing important?

• It helps people learn

• It is only used in fiction

• It is not used in everyday life

• It is the same as creative writing

What is the first step in writing an informational text?

• Research your topic

• Pick a topic

• Revise and edit

• Write a draft

What is included in the introduction of an informational text?

• Personal opinions about the topic

• An interesting fact or question

• A summary of the conclusion

• Facts and details about the topic

What is one tip for writing great informational texts?

• Use confusing language

• Add interesting details

• Avoid using headings

• Include personal stories

What is the conclusion of an informational text meant to do?

• Add more details

• Wrap up the writing

• Provide personal opinions

• Introduce new facts