vocab
the author's opinion about a topic (standpoint)
Point of View
What the text is mostly about
Central Idea
The author's viewpoint- how the author feels about the subject
Perspective
a piece of text that presents an objective angle and shows no bias.
Balanced Text
To persuade, entertain, and inform.
Author's Purpose
parts of a book (ex. index, charts, graphs, bold text, italics, bullet points, diagrams, glossary, photographs, headings, etc.)
Text Features
When the author uses a quote from a person, group, or credible outside source to enhance their writing.
Quoted Words
Prejudice in favor of or against or against one thing, person, or group
Bias
the layout of a book ( ex. Cause & Effect and Problem & Solution).
Text Structures
Strategies that authors use in their writing to lead readers to bias.
Nonfiction Signposts
When the author makes a statement that leaves no doubt, exaggerates or seems to push the limit.
Absolute or Extreme Language
When the author presents something that contradicts what you know or think about a topic.
Contrast and Contradictions
When the author uses specific numbers and statistical information to enhance their writing.
Numbers and Statistics
When the author uses a word or phrase that is new to a reader or a topic-based word***
Word Gaps
Is the text explaining why something is occurring?
Cause and Effect Text Structure-Anchor Question
Am I reading something written in a strategic order?
Order and Sequence Text Structure- Anchor Question
Am I reading about things that are alike or different?
Compare and Contrast Text Structure- Anchor Question
Does the text reveal an issue with possible solutions being given?
Problem and Solution Text Structure-Anchor Question
Does this piece describe something in depth?
Description Text Structure- Anchor Question
to present a topic in a matter in which it supports the author's point of view.
Angle
A nonfiction author's point of view that is based on the observation of measurable facts.
Objective
A nonfiction author's point of view that is based on personal opinions, assumptions, and beliefs.
Subjective