Mastering Technical Vocabulary in Informational Writing

This lesson teaches how to enhance informational texts by incorporating technical vocabulary. It covers the structure of an informational text, focusing on animal survival, and emphasizes the importance of using precise terms. The process involves identifying research facts, checking for missing vocabulary, and replacing simple words with technical terms. The lesson aims to help writers sound more expert and clear in their writing.

What is the primary purpose of using technical vocabulary in informational texts?

• To make the text longer

• To sound like an expert

• To confuse the reader

• To reduce the number of chapters

Which of the following is NOT a chapter mentioned in the informational text structure?

• Human Evolution

• Controlled Adaptations

• Aggressive Mimicry

• Natural Adaptations

What is the first step in identifying sections of the text that include research facts?

• Draft the introduction

• Write a conclusion

• Read through the sections

• Add technical vocabulary

In the context of the lesson, what does the term 'morph' mean?

• To eat

• To change

• To hide

• To mimic

Which word was used to replace 'look yummy' in the text to make it more technical?

• Chew

• Devour

• Consume

• Ingest