UNDERSTANDING
TEXT FEATURES
6.2C
TEXT FEATURES
6.2C
What is a title?
The title is the name of the book or article. It gives an idea of the content.
What is a protagonist?
The central/main character in a story
Define theme in literature.
A theme is the underlying message or lesson conveyed through the narrative.
What is chronological order in text structure?
Chronological order arranges events in the sequence they occur over time.
What does it mean to compare two texts?
To examine how they are similar.
Name two types of text features that help readers understand the information better.
What are headings, subheadings, bullet points, and captions?
What defines a round character compared to a flat character?
Round characters are complex; flat characters are simple.
What is the central idea of a story?
The central idea is the main point or message that the author conveys through the events and characters.
Describe what a cause-and-effect structure looks like in a text.
A cause-and-effect structure explains an event (the cause) and its consequences (the effects) in a logical manner.
How can you identify a theme shared by two different texts?
Look for common messages or ideas.
How do captions assist in understanding a text?
Captions provide explanations or descriptions for images, helping readers understand the relevance of the visuals.
Why is understanding a character's motivation important?
It helps explain their actions.
How can you identify the theme of a text?
Look for recurring motifs and analyze how characters respond to conflicts to uncover the theme.
How can the problem-solution structure benefit a reader’s understanding?
It clearly presents a problem followed by potential solutions, making it easier for readers to follow the argument.
What is one way to compare the characters in two stories?
Analyze their traits and motivations.
What is the purpose of a table of contents?
It lists chapters to help find sections.
How can a character's decisions reveal their personality?
Choices show their values, beliefs, and emotions.
Give an example of a common theme found in many stories.
Common themes include the struggle for identity, the importance of friendship, and the fight against injustice.
Identify one text structure and give an example of how it is used.
A compare-and-contrast structure can be used to examine the similarities and differences between two characters in a story.
How does the setting in one text affect its theme compared to another text?
Different settings can change the message or feeling.
How do headings and subheadings contribute to the organization of a text?
They divide the text into sections.
Give an example of a character who undergoes significant change in the story Pax
Peter
Explain how the setting can influence the theme of a story.
The setting can shape characters' experiences and conflicts, thereby impacting the overall theme.
Why is it important to recognize text structure when reading?
Recognizing text structure enhances understanding of how information is organized and helps with overall comprehension.
What is one method to compare the plots of two texts?
Identify the main conflicts and resolutions.