Informational Reports

What is the purpose of an informational report text?

• To persuade the audience to take a specific action

• To entertain readers with fictional stories

• To provide factual information on a specific topic in a clear and organized manner.

• To provide personal opinions and reflections on a topic

List three key components that should be included in an informational report text.

• Introduction (Classification ), Body Paragraphs (Description), Conclusion

• Title, Subtitles, References

• Data, Graphs, Tables

• Summary, Analysis, Recommendations

Conclusion should include summary and no more new information added.

• True

• False

Which one that is not the feature of an informational report text?

• General nouns

• Past tense

• Timeless present tense

• Linking Verbs

It is okay to use "I" or "We" in informational reports.

• True. We can use I or We or other first-person points of view.

• False. Because in informational reports we use "third person" point of view.

Which one that is not language features of informational report text?

• Facts (no opinion)

• Third person pov

• First-person pov

• Passive voice

Discuss the role of research in creating an informational report text.

• Research only provides biased information for the report

• Research provides accurate and reliable information to support the content of the report.

• Research is only useful for creating fictional content in the report

• Research is not necessary for creating an informational report text

Descriptive text explains or describes a person, animal, or object in terms of shape, characteristics, quantity, and so on. Informational report text is a text that presents detailed information about something in general based on research.

• True

• False

How can students ensure the accuracy of information presented in their informational report text?

• Avoid seeking feedback from peers or teachers

• Cross-reference sources, verify credibility, fact-check, seek feedback.

• Skip fact-checking and verification

• Use only one source for information

Why is it important to cite sources in an informational report text?

• To confuse the reader

• It is important to give credit to the original authors, avoid plagiarism, and provide evidence to support the information presented.

• To hide the original sources

• To make the report longer