Structure
What is the term for how a text is organized or put together?
structure
What is the most important point the author is trying to make?
Main Idea
What are details or facts that help explain or prove the main idea called?
Support
What do we call information from the text that shows something is true?
Evidence
What does it mean to analyze a text?
To look at something carefully to understand it better.
Name one example of a text structure that shows a sequence of events.
chronological
How can identifying the main idea help you understand a text better?
It helps focus on what the text is primarily about.
List two forms of support that can be used in writing
Examples and Statistics
Why is evidence important in persuasive writing?
It supports their opinions with facts to make their argument stronger.
Why is analyzing a text important for comprehension?
It helps deepen understanding and critical thinking.
What text structure involves finding similarities and differences between two texts?
compare and contrast
Give an example of a main idea from a book or article you have read
Examples will vary
How do specific examples contribute to the clarity of the main idea in a text?
These specific examples provide clarity by illustrating and elaborating on the main idea.
Name signal words for sequence
Before, in the beginning, to start, first, next, during, after then, finally, last, om tje middle, in the end
What is the difference between sequence and chronological?
Sequence is like a recipe, chronological is like a timeline
Describe a structure that explains why something happens and its effects.
Cause and effect
How do supporting details relate to the main idea of a text?
Supporting details provide evidence and examples that reinforce the main idea.
Why is it important to have multiple forms of support for a main idea?
Multiple forms of support strengthen the argument and make it more convincing
How can statistics serve as evidence in an argument?
They provide factual backing to claims made in the text.
How can analyzing the author's purpose help you understand a text?
It reveals the author's intent and the message behind the text.
What is the purpose of headings and subheadings in a text?
To organize information clearly for the reader.
What signal words might indicate the main idea in a paragraph?
Signal words include "mainly," "the key point," "in summary."
Provide a sentence that includes a main idea and supporting detail.
Example: "Many students enjoy reading, as it improves their vocabulary."
What signal words can indicate Problem/solution
problem, issue, cause, since, consequence, therefore, as a result of, solve, so then, however
Provide a brief analysis of a text structure used in a story you read recently.
Answers will vary