Research Skills and KWL Chart Concepts

The video tutorial guides students on how to start research for writing an informational text. It emphasizes the importance of developing research questions by assessing prior knowledge about the topic. The lesson introduces the KWL chart as a tool to organize what students know, want to know, and learn about a topic. Using Powhatan Settler Relations as an example, the tutorial demonstrates how to apply the KWL chart to gather and record information effectively. The video concludes with a recap of the lesson's key points.

What is the first step in starting research for an informational text?

• Developing research questions

• Publishing the text

• Writing a draft

• Revising and editing

Which of the following is NOT a step in the writing process?

• Write drafts

• Publish immediately

• Generate ideas

• Revise and edit

What is a common mistake when starting research on a topic?

• Jumping into research without direction

• Creating a KWL chart

• Writing a draft first

• Asking too many questions

What does the 'K' in KWL chart stand for?

• Kind

• Knowledge

• Keep

• Know

What is the purpose of the 'W' section in a KWL chart?

• To list what you already know

• To write down what you want to know

• To draft your final text

• To summarize what you learned

Which historical figure is mentioned as playing a role in peace between Powhatans and settlers?

• William Bradford

• Chief Powhatan

• John Smith

• Pocahontas

What did the Native Americans teach the settlers?

• How to farm and survive the winter

• How to trade goods

• How to navigate the seas

• How to build houses

What is the final step in using a KWL chart?

• Writing a summary

• Asking more questions

• Recording what you learned

• Starting a new chart

What is the main goal of developing research questions?

• To guide your research effectively

• To complete the writing process

• To impress your teacher

• To fill out the KWL chart

What is the primary focus of this lesson?

• Writing a historical essay

• Creating a detailed timeline

• Developing research questions

• Learning about Powhatan Settler Relations