Informational Text Review

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What is the problem mentioned in the text about wild chimpanzees?

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Chimpanzees are disappearing.

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What are clue words that indicate compare and contrast?

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Similar, different, common, on the other hand.

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What type of writing considers similarities and differences?

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Compare & contrast.

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What is an inference?

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An opinion based on textual evidence.

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What is the purpose of a description in informational text?

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To provide detailed information about a subject.

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What does 'cause and effect' mean in informational text?

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It explains how one event leads to another.

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The central point or message the author wants to convey.

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What are supporting details?

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Facts or examples that help explain or support the main idea.

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What is the difference between fact and opinion?

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A fact can be proven true or false; an opinion is a personal belief.

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What does it mean to summarize a text?

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To give a brief statement of the main points.