Understanding Informational Texts

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What is the primary purpose of an informational text?

To persuade the reader to adopt a certain viewpoint

To share factual information about a particular topic (correct)

To entertain the reader with fictional stories

To provide step-by-step instructions for a task

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of an informational text?

It can be found in essays, articles, books, and brochures

It is a type of nonfiction writing

It shares information about our social world

It tells a fictional story with characters and plot (correct)

Which feature is commonly found in informational texts to help readers understand the content?

Dialogue between characters

A climax and resolution in the plot

Figurative language and metaphors

Organizational features like headings and subheadings (correct)

What distinguishes informational texts from other types of nonfiction writing?

They share factual information about a specific topic Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following would NOT be considered an informational text?

A work of historical fiction set during World War II Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of organizational features in informational texts?

To present the information in a clear and structured manner Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about informational texts is NOT true?

They are always written in a formal, academic style Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of an informational text?

To convey factual information on a specific topic Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a common organizational feature found in informational texts?

Dialogue between characters Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using visual aids like diagrams, graphs, and charts in an informational text?

To convey large amounts of information concisely Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a comparison and contrast structure in informational writing?

Discussing the similarities and differences between online and campus-based classes Signup and view all the answers

In a cause and effect informational text, what is the primary focus of the author?

Explaining the reasons behind an event and its consequences Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a problem and solution informational text?

An essay discussing strategies to reduce bullying in schools Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of a descriptive informational text?

To help the reader visualize and understand a topic through detailed descriptions Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following print features is commonly used in informational texts to highlight key concepts or vocabulary?

Italics Signup and view all the answers

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What is the primary purpose of an informational text?

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of an informational text?

Which feature is commonly found in informational texts to help readers understand the content?

What distinguishes informational texts from other types of nonfiction writing?

Which of the following would NOT be considered an informational text?

What is the purpose of organizational features in informational texts?

Which of the following statements about informational texts is NOT true?

What is the primary purpose of an informational text?

Which of the following is NOT a common organizational feature found in informational texts?

What is the purpose of using visual aids like diagrams, graphs, and charts in an informational text?

Which of the following is an example of a comparison and contrast structure in informational writing?

In a cause and effect informational text, what is the primary focus of the author?

Which of the following is an example of a problem and solution informational text?

What is the primary goal of a descriptive informational text?

Which of the following print features is commonly used in informational texts to highlight key concepts or vocabulary?

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