Nonfiction Texts

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What is a nonfiction text?

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A nonfiction text is a type of writing that provides factual information about real events, people, or concepts.

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What is the purpose of a 'Problem and Solution' text structure?

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The 'Problem and Solution' text structure presents an issue and discusses ways to resolve it.

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What does the 'Word Gap' signpost indicate?

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The 'Word Gap' signpost highlights words or phrases that may be unfamiliar to the reader.

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What is the 'Cause and Effect' text structure?

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The 'Cause and Effect' text structure explains how one event leads to another.

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What is the author's purpose when they aim to 'Inform'?

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The author's purpose to 'Inform' is to provide the reader with new information and examples.

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What does it mean to 'Persuade' in writing?

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To 'Persuade' means to convince the reader to adopt a certain viewpoint or take action.

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What is a 'Chronological' text structure?

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A 'Chronological' text structure presents events in the order they occurred.

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What is the 'Compare and Contrast' text structure?

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The 'Compare and Contrast' text structure discusses similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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What is the significance of 'Extreme or Absolute Language' in a text?

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'Extreme or Absolute Language' indicates strong opinions or statements that may not allow for exceptions.

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What does the 'Contrast and Contradictions' signpost help readers identify?

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The 'Contrast and Contradictions' signpost helps readers notice differences between what they expect and what actually happens.