Understanding Text Types

What defines a narrative in literature?

• Descriptive language

• Storytelling

• Persuasive arguments

• Explanatory content

In the narrative genre, what is a crucial question to ask about the structure of the story?

• What are the key terms?

• How is the information organized?

• What is the narrative's structure?

• What senses are being engaged?

Using 'A Tale of Two Cities' as an example, what themes does Dickens explore in the narrative?

• Historical events

• Sacrifice and redemption

• Scientific concepts

• Persuasive arguments

What is the primary purpose of expository writing?

• Conveying information and explaining a topic

• Evoking emotions and storytelling

• Persuading the reader

• Describing specific events or objects

What is a key question to consider when reading an expository text on the parts of a cell?

Why might science textbooks use bolded key terms?

• To confuse the reader

• To emphasize important vocabulary

• For decorative purposes

• To hide information

What distinguishes descriptive writing from other types of writing?

• Logical argumentation

• Vivid language and detail

• Emotional appeal

• Persuasive techniques

When reading descriptive writing, what question should you ask about the details provided?

• What adjectives are being used?

• How is the argument developed?

• What is the main argument?

• What senses are being engaged?

What is the primary goal of persuasive writing?

• Conveying information and explaining a topic

• Evoking emotions and storytelling

• Describing specific events or objects

• Convincing the reader of a point of view

In persuasive writing, what is the backbone of the argument?

• Descriptive details

• Thesis statement or main argument

• Story structure

• Historical context