Informative Writing

What is the purpose of an informative text?

• To entertain the reader.

• To give information.

• To persuade the audience.

• To tell a story.

In informational writing, you will begin with an:

• Introduction Sentence.

• Conclusion Statement.

• Body Paragraph.

• Summary Note.

Why is it important to use clear language in informative writing?

• To ensure the reader understands the information.

• To make the writing sound more sophisticated.

• To confuse the reader with complex vocabulary.

• To fill space with unnecessary words.

What is an example of an informative text?

• A novel

• A textbook or a news article.

• A poem

• A short story

What is the difference between informative and persuasive writing?

• Informative writing is fictional; persuasive writing is factual.

• Informative writing gives information; persuasive writing tries to convince.

• Informative writing is always longer; persuasive writing is always shorter.

• Informative writing uses complex vocabulary; persuasive writing uses simple vocabulary.

What does it mean to summarize?

• To provide a detailed analysis of a text.

• To give a brief statement of the main points.

• To rewrite a text in one's own words.

• To critique the main arguments of a text.

What is informative writing?

• Writing that provides facts and information.

• Writing that tells a story or narrates events.

• Writing that expresses personal opinions and feelings.

• Writing that aims to persuade the reader to take action.

What is a conclusion sentence?

• A sentence that introduces a new idea.

• A sentence that summarizes the main points of the text.

• A sentence that provides an example.

• A sentence that asks a question.

This is an example of an informative text: True or False?

• True

• False

• Sometimes

• Not sure

What is the main idea of an informative text?

• The central point or message that the text conveys.

• A summary of the text's content.

• An opinion expressed by the author.

• A list of facts presented in the text.