Informational Text Characteristics Quiz

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Which of the following is a characteristic of informational text?

Primarily fictional storytelling

Creates emotional responses

Educates readers on specific topics (correct)

Focused on entertainment

All informational texts are written to persuade the reader.

False

Name one type of literary text.

Novel

The ______ provides the main idea of an informational text.

introduction or overview Signup and view all the answers

Match the following features with their descriptions:

Headlines = Organize information Lists = Present information in an easy-to-read format Purpose statement = Explains why the text is written Paragraphs = Group related ideas together Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a biography?

To tell a story of a person's life Signup and view all the answers

The inverted pyramid structure is used in textbooks.

False Signup and view all the answers

Name one sequencing word that can be used in informative writing.

first (other acceptable answers: next, then, finally) Signup and view all the answers

A how-to guide primarily uses ______ sentences to instruct readers.

imperative Signup and view all the answers

Match the types of informative text with their correct purposes:

Textbooks = To educate students News Article = To inform current events Biographies = To tell a story of a person's life How-to Guide = To instruct readers Signup and view all the answers

What is one benefit of reading informative texts?

It improves reading comprehension. Signup and view all the answers

Informative texts do not support lifelong learning.

False Signup and view all the answers

Name one skill that is enhanced by reading informative texts.

Critical thinking skills Signup and view all the answers

Reading informative texts helps in __________ information.

extracting Signup and view all the answers

Match the benefits of informative texts with their descriptions:

Improves reading comprehension = Enhances understanding of written content Enhances critical thinking skills = Fosters analytical skills for better reasoning Prepares for academic and professional writing = Aids in developing effective communication abilities Supports lifelong learning = Encourages continuous knowledge acquisition Signup and view all the answers

What type of media includes newspapers and magazines?

Print Media Signup and view all the answers

Broadcast media refers to information distributed exclusively through the internet.

False Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of printed materials?

To serve different purposes and provide various information to the readers. Signup and view all the answers

A ______ is a type of printed material that is distributed daily or weekly to provide updates on current events.

newspaper Signup and view all the answers

Match the following printed materials with their descriptions:

Textbook = Contains information, stories, or poetry Magazine = Also called periodicals Journal = Contains scholarly articles Pamphlet = Provides concise information on specific topics Signup and view all the answers

What is the likely category of the instrument described?

Stringed Instrument Signup and view all the answers

The instrument is designed to be ready for use immediately after production.

False Signup and view all the answers

What are two essential components of the stringed instrument?

Strings and body Signup and view all the answers

The instrument requires adjustments to the ______ after prolonged use.

strings Signup and view all the answers

Match the following components of the stringed instrument with their functions:

Strings = Produce sound Neck = Holds frets or fingerboard Tuning pegs = Adjust string tension Bridge = Supports the strings Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a podcast?

An audio series on cycling Signup and view all the answers

The theme of a viewing material refers to the characters involved.

False Signup and view all the answers

What is referred to as the process of capturing footage in viewing materials?

Shooting Signup and view all the answers

The ______ refers to sounds other than spoken words in a piece.

sound effects Signup and view all the answers

Match the following elements with their descriptions:

Theme = Refers to the topic Characters = Refers to the persons Dialogue = Refers to the conversation Production = Refers to the task Signup and view all the answers

What is confirmation bias?

Presenting only information that confirms a pre-existing belief. Signup and view all the answers

Understanding bias has no impact on decision-making.

False Signup and view all the answers

Name one type of bias that relates to gender.

Gender bias Signup and view all the answers

Judging other cultures using one's own cultural standards is known as __________ bias.

cultural Signup and view all the answers

Match the following types of bias with their descriptions:

Confirmation bias = Favoring information that supports existing beliefs Cultural bias = Judging others based on one's own culture Age bias = Making assumptions based on age Political bias = Favoring a political party or ideology Signup and view all the answers

Which type of propaganda focuses on encouraging people to follow the crowd?

Bandwagon Signup and view all the answers

Glittering generalities use negative terms to criticize a competitor.

False Signup and view all the answers

Name one effect that learning about propaganda can have on decision-making.

It helps protect from manipulation. Signup and view all the answers

________ are often used in testimonial propaganda to endorse a product.

Experts or celebrities Signup and view all the answers

Match the types of propaganda with their descriptions:

Name-calling = Uses negative terms to attack competitors Plain folks = Uses ordinary people to promote an idea Card-stacking = Highlights only the positive aspects of a product Transfer = Associates a product with a positive symbol Signup and view all the answers

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Which of the following is a characteristic of informational text?

All informational texts are written to persuade the reader.

Name one type of literary text.

The ______ provides the main idea of an informational text.

Match the following features with their descriptions:

What is the purpose of a biography?

The inverted pyramid structure is used in textbooks.

Name one sequencing word that can be used in informative writing.

A how-to guide primarily uses ______ sentences to instruct readers.

Match the types of informative text with their correct purposes:

What is one benefit of reading informative texts?

Informative texts do not support lifelong learning.

Name one skill that is enhanced by reading informative texts.

Reading informative texts helps in __________ information.

Match the benefits of informative texts with their descriptions:

What type of media includes newspapers and magazines?

Broadcast media refers to information distributed exclusively through the internet.

What is the primary purpose of printed materials?

A ______ is a type of printed material that is distributed daily or weekly to provide updates on current events.

Match the following printed materials with their descriptions:

What is the likely category of the instrument described?

The instrument is designed to be ready for use immediately after production.

What are two essential components of the stringed instrument?

The instrument requires adjustments to the ______ after prolonged use.

Match the following components of the stringed instrument with their functions:

Which of the following is an example of a podcast?

The theme of a viewing material refers to the characters involved.

What is referred to as the process of capturing footage in viewing materials?

The ______ refers to sounds other than spoken words in a piece.

Match the following elements with their descriptions:

What is confirmation bias?

Understanding bias has no impact on decision-making.

Name one type of bias that relates to gender.

Judging other cultures using one's own cultural standards is known as __________ bias.

Match the following types of bias with their descriptions:

Which type of propaganda focuses on encouraging people to follow the crowd?

Glittering generalities use negative terms to criticize a competitor.

Name one effect that learning about propaganda can have on decision-making.

________ are often used in testimonial propaganda to endorse a product.

Match the types of propaganda with their descriptions:

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