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What is the primary purpose of factual texts?
What is the primary purpose of factual texts?
- To persuade the reader to take a particular action
- To entertain the audience with fictional stories
- To express the author's personal opinions
- To present accurate information about a specific topic (correct)
What distinguishes informational texts from other types of writing?
What distinguishes informational texts from other types of writing?
- Their emphasis on promoting a specific viewpoint
- Their tendency to include fictional elements
- Their use of emotional language to evoke a response
- Their focus on presenting factual information (correct)
What is a common feature of informational/factual texts?
What is a common feature of informational/factual texts?
- Promotion of subjective interpretations over objective facts
- Inclusion of exaggerated anecdotes for dramatic effect
- Use of evidence and data to support claims (correct)
- Emphasis on creating suspense and tension
What is a common feature of informational/factual texts?
What is a common feature of informational/factual texts?
How do informational texts distinguish themselves from other types of writing?
How do informational texts distinguish themselves from other types of writing?
What is the primary purpose of factual texts?
What is the primary purpose of factual texts?
Flashcards
Purpose of Factual Texts
Purpose of Factual Texts
To present accurate and verifiable information about a specific topic.
Informational Text Feature
Informational Text Feature
Includes evidence and data to support claims.
Informational Text vs. Other Texts
Informational Text vs. Other Texts
Focuses on presenting verifiable information and facts, rather than opinions or emotions.
