Text Features
I can be used to organize different sections of a text and often can indicate the text organization, too.
What are subheadings or subtitles?
I like to propose an issue common in the world and then propose ways to resolve it.
What is problem and solution?
An editorial insulting the state of education today would have this purpose.
What is to express?
when you are discussing a word's dictionary definition.
What is denotation?
Scooby's smaller, talkative cousin.
Who is Scrappy Doo?
I can be put on a page, with borders, to reveal more clarifying details in the form of a Q&A or a Top 10.
What is a sidebar?
A non-fiction story retelling a memory would most likely be told in this organization.
What is chronological?
A biology textbook chapter delving into the parts of the cell would most likely have this type of purpose.
What is to inform?
when you are discussing a word's emotional association; essentially, a word's second meaning.
What is connotation?
A Dreamworks animated film starring Jack Black who starts as a noodle salesman before he evolves into something more powerful and legendary.
What is Kung Fu Panda?
I often times highlight the important terms needed for the topic.
What are bolded words?
If two subjects are being discussed at the same time, the text organization is most likely this.
What is compare and contrast?
DAILY DOUBLE: TWO POINTS
when you are examining and breaking down parts of a text and discussing it's why...
What is analysis?
not to be confused with tone, this skill is all about the readers' emotions...
What is mood?
I am the voice of Groot in all Guardians of the Galaxy films.
Who is Vin Diesel?
I can be used to project results of a study, and I am often used to enhance an argument.
What is a chart or graph?
A recipe would probably be told in this manner.
What is sequential or order or importance?
When an author uses ethos, pathos, or logos to reason why a reader should believe their message...
What is persuasion?
A writer should avoid this if they are trying to remain credible on discussing a topic.
What is bias?
This sugary, popular drink starts as green before the brown coloring is added to it.
What is Coca Cola?
I am the three purposes for text features, as taught by Mr. Bauer.
What is argue, organize, and clarify?
DAILY DOUBLE: TWO POINTS
when a speaker has an unreasonable inclination toward a subject without any reasonable proof...
What is bias?
This purpose might be evident in the following article titles:
How to Change a Tire
How to Boil an Egg
How to be as Smart as Mr. Bauer
What is 'teach'?
The "state" of being enchanted.
What is enchantment?
This holiday classic pits a destructive boy against two bumbling burglars. Don't get scared now.
What is Home Alone?