Informational Text and Context Clues

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What does 'key' mean in the context of informational text?

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Important or essential.

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What does 'expedite' mean?

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To quicken or make something happen faster.

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What type of writing considers similarities and differences?

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Compare & contrast.

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What is the central idea of a text?

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The main point or message that the author wants to convey.

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What does 'generosity' mean?

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Willingness to give.

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What are context clues?

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Hints or information in a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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What is the purpose of informational text?

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To inform or educate the reader about a specific topic.

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What is a central idea?

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The most important point that the author is trying to make.

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What does 'compare' mean?

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To examine the similarities between two or more things.

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What does 'contrast' mean?

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To examine the differences between two or more things.