Titles & Text Structures
Picture
Paragraphs
Text Features
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"Gordon Ramsey's Turkey Dinner Recipe"
ORDER / SEQUENCE
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What does the creator of this ad want readers to do?
Enlist in the US Army
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What is the purpose of this paragraph?
Does your dog need a haircut? Then come to Alexia’s Professional Pet Pampering Salon! The moment you walk in, you will be greeted by one of our highly trained pet groomers. They will assist you in choosing a pet care package that is right for you. Wait in our luxurious waiting room where you will have a great view of your pet being taken care of through a large glass window. You are sure to enjoy your experience!
To persuade or convince reader to go to Alexia's Professional Pet Pamering Salon.
100
What is the purpose of this text feature?
To highlight different contributions to the Civil War.
200
"100 Different Breeds of Dogs and How to Care for Them"
DESCRIPTION
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How does the creator of the ad try to convince readers not to vape?
By saying it can lead to health problems
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What is the author's purpose for writing this paragraph?
Did you know that there are more than 150 species of owls in the world? Some counts indicate that there are more than 220 species of owls depending on how different owls are classified? Owls also have a flattened facial disk that funnels sound to the bird’s ears. Sounds are magnified as much as 10 times to help the owl hear noises humans can’t detect. Humans are threatening these great animals with habitat loss and pesticides that poison the birds.
To describe the owls.
200
What is the purpose of this text feature?
It is a diagram that shows the different parts of a flower.
300
Coronavirus-19 and the Spanish Flu 1918
COMPARE and CONTRAST
300
How does the author try to convince readers to buy the jeans?
By using different models with different shapes and sizes.
300
What is the author's purpose for writing this paragraph?
It was a dark and spooky night and I was all alone in the old hotel bed. I tried to go to sleep, but I was too scared! My friends had told me too many stories about staying at this hotel, but I wanted to stay here anyways. All of a sudden I heard a rustling sound on the floor. I covered my head with the blanket in fear!
To entertain the reader with a spooky story.
300
What is the purpose of this map?
To show the weather patterns across the USA
400
"Britain Keeps Stolen Indian Diamond"
To INFORM the reader that the British are keeping a diamond from India
400
Why does the creator of the ad claim that "life is easier on an iPhone"? How will this make people want to purchase this phone.
The ad makes the phone look slim, cool, colorful, easy to use.
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What is the author's purpose for writing this paragraph?
Avocadoes are the superior fruit, and here’s why. Avocadoes can go with any food, they make the perfect compliment to meat, vegetables, chips, and many other foods. They are also great by themselves with a little salt and lemon. There is no other fruit that is as versatile as the avocado. Therefore, it is the best fruit.
To PERSUADE or CONVINCE people that avocadoes are the best fruit.
400
What is the purpose of this quote within the photo?
To explain who is in the photo.
500
"Have Pet Owners Gone Too Far? Yes!"
To CONVINCE readers that pet owners are wrong about something.
500
Who is the targeted audience? What is this ad trying to convince people of?
Teen girls - Don't have a child at a young age.
500
What is the author's purpose for writing this paragraph?
The Christmas tree that my mom decorated this year is very beautiful. It has hundreds of lights and every branch glows. The ornaments are all red, green and gold and each glitters and shines brightly. On top of the decorated tree is an angel that lights up. Around the base of the tree are all of the Christmas presents for our family and friends.
To DESCRIBE her mom's Christmas tree.
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What is the purpose of this map?
To show the different world populations