Informational Text Chapter 15

Why is informational text important in early reading instruction?

• it helps students memorizing stories.

• it builds content knowledge and vocabulary.

• it teaches students how to rhyme.

• it replaces the need for fictional reading.

What does it mean when a text is "considerate"?

• It is polite in tone.

• It only includes familiar words.

• It helps students comprehend and learn.

• It is written by teachers.

Which of the following is an example of a structural cue in a considerate text?

• A confusing word.

• A plot twist.

• A glossary.

• A character's dialogue.

What does coherence in a text refer to?

• The size of the text.

• The number of questions asked.

• How clearly and logically the text flows.

• The use of fancy vocabulary.

Why should teachers provide open, sustained discussions about reading content?

• To give students more free time.

• To avoid using tests.

• To improve vocabulary and comprehension.

• To reduce writing assignments

Which of the following is NOT one of the key comprehension strategies?

• Predicting

• Skimming only to pictures

• summarizing

• asking questions

What does CORI (Concept-Oriented Reading Instruction) aim to do?

• Focus only on grammar

• Make students memorize facts.

• Combine literacy and subject learning to increase motivation and comprehension.

• Teach only nonfiction books

What is one benefit of allowing students to choose what they read?

• It makes grading easier.

• It increases their interest and ownership.

• It saves time in planning.

• It reduces the need for classroom discussion.

What challenge do web texts present to students?

• They only include boring topics.

• They are always written at a college level.

• They can be overwhelming with multiple links and visual clutter.

• They do not include any useful information.

What is one effective instructional support for helping students navigate web content?

• Silent reading time

• WebQuests with guided questions and links.

• Extra worksheets

• Skipping difficult websites