Analyzing informational texts and context clues

What is the main purpose of an informational text?

• To entertain

• To inform or explain

• To persuade

• To express emotions

Which of the following is NOT a feature of an informational text?

• Headings

• Dialogue

• Subheadings

• Diagrams

How does a caption help a reader understand an image in a text?

• It adds extra decoration

• It explains what the image is about

• It provides an opinion about the image

• It is used for entertainment

What is the main idea of a text?

• The small details in a text

• The lesson the author wants to teach

• The most important point the author is making

• The first sentence of the text

Which of these is an example of a fact?

• Dogs are the best pets in the world.

• The Great Wall of China is over 13,000 miles long.

• Chocolate ice cream is better than vanilla.

• Reading is more fun than watching TV.

What should you do if you come across an unfamiliar word in an informational text?

• Skip over it

• Use context clues to figure out its meaning

• Stop reading immediately

• Make up a meaning

What is the purpose of a subheading?

• To add decoration to the text

• To explain what a section is about

• To list important words

• To summarize the whole text

Why do authors use bold or italicized words in informational texts?

• To make the text look fancy

• To highlight important terms

• To make the reader read faster

• To confuse the reader

Which of the following is a reliable source for informational texts?

• A fictional novel

• A textbook

• A gossip website

• A personal diary

What is an informational text structure?

• The way an author organizes information in a text

• The way a text makes a reader feel

• The font size of the text

• The way a text looks on a page