Functional Texts
What is the main purpose of a functional text?
To give information or instructions
What is persuasive nonfiction?
A text that tries to convince the reader
Which sentence clearly states an opinion?
a) Recess lasts 20 minutes.
b) Lunch is at noon.
c) School should start later in the morning.
c- school should start later in the morning
What is drama?
A play acted out by characters
Which text type is written to convince readers?
a) Functional text
b) Persuasive nonfiction
c) Fiction story
B
What is an example of a functional text?
recipe, shopping list, map, instructions, etc.
Which sentence is an opinion?
a) Birds have feathers.
b) Some birds can fly.
c) Parrots are the coolest pets.
c- parrots are the coolest pets
Which sentence gives a reason?
a) For example, students can focus better.
b) One reason is students need more sleep.
c) In conclusion, school should start later.
b- one reason is students need more sleep
Which is an element of drama?
a) Dialogue
b) Graph
c) Caption
a- dialogue
Who is the narrator in a play?
The person telling the story
A student is reading a school cafeteria menu. Which text feature would help them quickly find lunch choices?
a) Dialogue
b) Labels and headings
c) Stage directions
B- Labels and headings
Which detail is the BEST evidence that exercise is healthy?
a) Exercise can strengthen muscles and improve heart health.
b) Some people exercise outside.
c) Exercise clothes come in many colors.
A- Exercise can strengthen muscles and improve heart health.
Which example BEST supports the opinion “Kids should play outside more”?
a) Some kids wear sneakers.
b) Outdoor play helps kids stay active and healthy.
c) Parks have trees and benches.
b- outdoor play helps kids stay healthy and healthy
What are props in a play?
Objects used by actors
Name 3 text features you might find on a functional text.
Ex: labels, title, numbered steps, map, graph
Who is the audience of a medical prescription?
a) pharmacy
b) doctor
c) people needing to know where to go
a
Read the paragraph.
“Many students spend hours doing homework after school. I believe weekends should be homework-free so kids can rest, spend time with family, and enjoy hobbies. When students have time to relax, they often return to school feeling happier and more focused.”
Students should have homework-free weekends.
What should a strong opinion paragraph include? (4 things)
Reason
Evidence
closing sentence
What do stage directions tell actors?
how to act or move on stage
Which sentence is a FACT?
a) Chocolate ice cream tastes the best.
b) Basketball is the most exciting sport.
c) The Earth orbits the Sun.
C
You are looking at a museum map. The gift shop is next to the dinosaur exhibit. Where should you go after the dinosaur exhibit if you want to buy a souvenir?
The gift shop
Read the paragraph.
“School gardens are a great idea for students. First, gardens teach kids how plants grow and where food comes from. Students also learn responsibility by watering and caring for the plants. For example, many schools with gardens say students are more excited about science lessons.”
What is one reason the author gives for why school gardens are a great idea? What is the evidence?
Reason- Having a school garden teaches students how plants grow and where food comes from.
Evidence- For example, many schools with gardens say students are more excited about science lessons.
Read the opinion:
“Students should have more art classes.”
Give ONE reason and ONE example to support this opinion.
Answers will vary
Why are characters’ actions important in a drama?
They help tell the story!
Why is evidence important in opinion writing?
Evidence supports the opinion and helps convince the reader.