informational texts

What is the purpose of a text structure?

• To confuse the reader

• To highlight the author's purpose or shape the reader's understanding

• To make the text longer

• To add unnecessary details

What does the Description structure aim to do?

• Explain in time order or history

• Describe a topic with details

• Show differences or similarities

• Present a problem and how it's addressed

What is the main goal of the Cause & Effect structure?

• To show how one thing influences another

• To describe a topic with details

• To present a problem and how it's addressed

• To show differences or similarities

Which term means to highlight or give special importance to something in a text?

• Conveys

• Emphasizes

• Develops

• Supports

What does "influence" in writing refer to?

• The author's ability to change the reader's opinion

• The number of pages

• The type of binding

• The book's price

What is a key indicator of subjective writing?

• Use of factual data

• Use of personal opinions

• Use of multiple sources

• Use of neutral language

Which term refers to the evidence that backs up the main point in a text?

• Summary

• Supporting evidence

• Personal opinion

• Unrelated example

What is one question STAAR will ask regarding the author's point of view?

• "What is the author's favorite color?"

• "What is the author's point of view on the topic?"

• "How many chapters are in the book?"

• "What is the author's birthdate?"

What should students look for to identify a persuasive tone?

• Neutral language and factual data

• Calls to action and emotional appeals

• Technical jargon and complex sentences

• Repetitive phrases and vague statements

What does STAAR stand for in the context of this document?

• Standardized Testing and Assessment Review

• State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness

• Student Testing and Academic Research

• Scholastic Testing and Assessment Requirements