Nonfiction Signpost Practice Flashcardzo

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What is the signpost when you notice the author quotes someone?

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Quoted Words

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What signpost is used when the author uses numbers or statistics to prove a point?

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Numbers and Stats

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What does it mean when the author uses words or phrases that you do not recognize or know?

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Word Gaps

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What is the signpost that highlights differences and why they matter?

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Contrasts and Contradictions

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What are Quoted Words?

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Words or phrases that are directly cited from a source or person.

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What are Numbers and Stats in nonfiction texts?

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Data or numerical information used to support an argument or point.

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What are Word Gaps?

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Terms or phrases that are unfamiliar or not understood by the reader.

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What are Contrasts and Contradictions?

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Differences between two or more ideas, events, or characters that highlight important themes.

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Why are Quoted Words important in nonfiction?

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They provide credibility and support to the author's argument.

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How can Numbers and Stats enhance a nonfiction text?

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They provide concrete evidence that strengthens the author's claims.