Informational Writing Flashcard

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What is the first step in the writing process?

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Step 1: Study a Mentor Text

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What is the purpose of an introduction in informational writing?

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To prepare readers to learn about the topic.

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What is a key feature of informational writing?

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Facts and details organized in paragraphs.

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What is NOT a feature of informational writing?

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Dialogues and character development.

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What is the purpose of asking a question in the introduction?

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To engage the reader's curiosity.

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What strategy can help organize information in an article?

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Using headings to organize information.

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What is Kelley Kane's purpose for writing her article?

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To inform readers about the history of pizza.

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What should you do after finding text evidence?

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Organize your evidence.

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What is the second step in the writing process?

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Step 2: Unpack Your Assignment.

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What does 'text evidence' refer to?

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Facts or details from a text that support your ideas.