Informational Text
What is the main idea in an informational text?
The central or most important idea the author wants to communicate.
What is an author's purpose if they are writing to inform the reader about how plants grow?
To inform
What is an alliteration?
The repetition of the same letter or consonant sound of the beginning of each word in a sentence.
What do we call the main problem or struggle in a story?
conflict
What punctuation mark should end a declarative sentence?
Period
What text feature can help you quickly locate key topics or sections in an informational text?
Table of Contents
What is the author’s purpose if the text is meant to persuade readers to take action to save the environment?
to persuade
What is the term for an extreme exaggeration used for effect?
Hyperbole
In a story, what is the theme?
The underlying message or lesson the author wants to convey.
Where do quotation marks go in this sentence: He said, I’m excited for summer break.
Around "I’m excited for summer break."
In an informational text, what is the purpose of using a diagram or chart?
To visually represent information and make it easier to understand.
Define tone
Tone is the author's attitude or feelings about the subject they are writing about.
What figurative language is used in the phrase "The clouds danced across the sky"?
Personification
What part of the plot introduces the setting, characters, and initial conflict?
exposition
What part of speech describes an action?
verb
What is a summary, and how is it different from a paraphrase?
A summary is a brief overview of the main points, while a paraphrase restates the text in your own words.
What is mood in a story?
Mood is the feeling or atmosphere that a reader experiences while reading a text.
In poetry, what is a stanza?
A group of lines in a poem, similar to a paragraph in prose.
What is the climax of a story?
The turning point or most intense part of the story, where the main conflict reaches its peak.
Which word needs an apostrophe to show possession? "The dogs tail"
Dog's
What is the difference between a fact and an opinion in informational texts?
A fact is a statement that can be proven true, while an opinion is a personal belief or viewpoint.
Identify the author’s purpose in a story that entertains by telling an imaginative tale.
To entertain
What is the difference between a metaphor and a simile?
A simile uses "like" or "as" to compare, while a metaphor directly compares without using "like" or "as."
How can you determine the theme of a story?
By analyzing the events, characters, and outcomes to see what lesson or message is conveyed.
When should you use italics while typing?
Italics are used for titles of books, movies, and other long works when typed.