Text Structures & Features
What is one way that a heading or title helps a reader understand a text?
It tells what the section or text is about.
What is the central idea of a passage about recycling?
Recycling helps protect the environment.
Name two elements that help build the plot.
Setting and events.
What is a simile?
A comparison using "like" or "as".
What is the author’s purpose if they want to teach something?
To inform or explain.
How does the “compare and contrast” structure help readers?
It shows similarities and differences between two or more things.
Why are supporting details important?
They give more information about the central idea.
How does conflict affect a story?
It creates a problem the characters must solve.
What does personification mean?
Giving human qualities to non-human things.
How can you tell if an author is trying to persuade the reader?
they use reasons and examples to convince you.
What text feature lists important words and their definitions
A glossary.
How do you find the central idea in a paragraph?
Look for the main point the author wants to share.
What is a theme?
The message or lesson of the story.
How do similes and metaphors add meaning to a poem?
They create vivid images and emotions.
What does the prefix “un-” usually mean?
Not or opposite of.
How does a timeline in an informational text help the reader?
It shows events in the order they happened.
What does it mean when details are implied?
The details are suggested but not directly stated.
How can an author show a character’s perspective?
Through their thoughts, feelings, and actions.
Find the meaning of “reluctant” in this sentence: She was reluctant to try the new food
Unwilling or hesitant.
This text structure shows how two or more things are alike and different. What is it called?
compare and contrast
Explain how cause and effect structure contributes to meaning.
It shows why something happened and what happened as a result.
How do details support an author’s central idea?
They provide evidence and examples to explain the main idea.
Give an example of how setting can influence the plot.
A stormy night setting can create suspense or danger.
Explain how figurative language helps readers understand feelings in a poem.
It expresses emotions in creative ways, making the feelings clearer.
When an author writes to give information or make something clear, their purpose is to do this. What is it?
to explain