5.5 Visiting the Past- Comprehension

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What is Expository Text?

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A type of writing that explains, describes, or informs about a topic.

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Where was the Declaration of Independence signed?

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Independence Hall.

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Who lived and worked at Franklin Court?

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Benjamin Franklin.

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What important event happened on July 8th, 1776?

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The first public reading of the Declaration of Independence.

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What was the purpose of the Declaration of Independence?

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To tell the King of England that the colonies were free from his rule.

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What is a genre?

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A category of literature or art, such as fiction or non-fiction.

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What does the Liberty Bell symbolize?

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Freedom and independence.

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Who was the main author of the Declaration of Independence?

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Thomas Jefferson.

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What does 'independence' mean?

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Freedom from control or influence of others.

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What is a biography?

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A written account of someone's life.