3rd Block Nonfiction Vocabulary Review

What does it mean to "analyze" a text?

• To summarize the main points

• To carefully examine something by breaking it down into smaller parts

• To quote a specific source of information

• To restate information in your own words

Which of the following is an example of a "primary source"?

• A textbook summary

• A scientist's original research notes

• A newspaper article

• A biography

What is the purpose of a "thesis" in writing?

• To provide a list of references

• To state the main argument or central claim

• To describe an image or chart

• To summarize the main points

How does "context" help in understanding a word or passage?

• By providing a summary

• By surrounding information that explains the meaning

• By quoting a source

• By listing main ideas

What is the function of "headings" in a text?

• To provide a detailed explanation

• To organize sections of text and show main topics

• To offer a list of references

• To highlight key concepts in bold

What is the purpose of a "Compare and Contrast" text structure?

• To explain how one event leads to another

• To organize information in chronological order

• To show similarities and differences between two or more things

• To present a problem and its solution

Which text structure explains how one event or action leads to another?

• Chronological Order

• Cause and Effect

• Sequence

• Objective Summary

What does a "Problem and Solution" text structure do?

• It describes the steps of a process

• It identifies a problem and explains possible solutions

• It presents information in a logical order

• It shows similarities and differences

How does a "Sequence" text structure present information?

• In a random order

• By showing how things happen step by step

• By comparing two or more things

• By identifying a problem and solution

What is an "Objective Summary"?

• A summary with personal opinions

• A fact-based overview focusing on main ideas

• A detailed explanation with emotional language

• A biased statement