SBAC Sample- Informational Text- Day 5

What is the main idea of an informational text?

• The events in the story
• The author's opinion
• The most important point the author is making
• A funny part of the text

Answer explanation

The main idea tells what the text is mostly about.

Which detail best supports the main idea? 'The rainforest is home to thousands of species. Many scientists study its unique animals and plants.'

• Some scientists work outdoors.
• The rainforest is studied for its diversity.
• Forests have animals.
• Animals live in different places.

Answer explanation

This detail supports the idea that the rainforest is full of life.

How does the author organize information in a compare-and-contrast text?

• By telling a story
• By showing similarities and differences
• By listing steps
• By giving opinions

Answer explanation

Compare and contrast text structures focus on similarities and differences.

Which sentence shows cause and effect?

• The car is red.
• He was late because he missed the bus.
• She likes dogs.
• The book was long.

Answer explanation

It explains the cause (missing the bus) and effect (being late).

Which question helps you find the central idea?

• Where does the story take place?
• What is the author’s main point?
• Who is the narrator?
• What happens first?

Answer explanation

Central idea refers to the main point the author wants to make.

Which transition signals a comparison?

• However
• Because
• Similarly
• Afterward

Answer explanation

'Similarly' is used to compare two ideas or things.

How do text features like subheadings help the reader?

• They make the text longer
• They provide decoration
• They help organize ideas and find information
• They give opinions

Answer explanation

Subheadings organize sections of a text and guide the reader.

What does it mean to analyze an author’s point of view?

• To rewrite the story
• To compare it to another book
• To identify the author’s beliefs and opinions
• To find the setting

Answer explanation

Point of view includes the author's perspective on a topic.

Which word means nearly the same as 'significant'?

• Important
• Small
• Accidental
• Sudden

Answer explanation

'Significant' is a synonym for 'important.'

How can you tell if a source is reliable?

• It uses emojis
• It has no author
• It includes facts from experts and trustworthy sites
• It was written by a friend

Answer explanation

Reliable sources are accurate and backed by evidence.