Informative Writing Skills

What is the main idea of a paragraph?

• Main characters of the paragraph

• Historical context of the paragraph

• Length of the paragraph

• Central point or theme of the paragraph

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

How can you organize information logically in a piece of writing?

• By outlining main points, arranging them coherently, using headings, providing transitions, and ensuring logical flow.

• By randomly scattering information

• By using contradictory statements

• By omitting key details

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Why is it important to write clear and concise sentences when informing readers?

• Readers prefer vague and ambiguous sentences for a challenge.

• Clear and concise sentences aid in effective communication and reader comprehension.

• Using jargon and technical terms enhances reader understanding.

• Writing complex and lengthy sentences is more engaging for readers.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.10

CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RI.9-10.10

What is the purpose of creating informative headings in a text?

• To confuse readers and make the text harder to understand.

• To add unnecessary details and distract readers from the main content.

• To guide readers, provide structure, and summarize content.

• To make the text longer without providing any valuable information.

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CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.K.5

Identify the main idea in the following paragraph: 'The benefits of regular exercise include improved physical health, mental well-being, and increased longevity.'

• Benefits of irregular exercise

• Negative effects of regular exercise

• Importance of a sedentary lifestyle

• Benefits of regular exercise

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Arrange the following sentences in a logical order: A. Introduction to the topic B. Detailed explanation C. Conclusion and summary

• C, A, B

• B, C, A

• A, B, C

• B, A, C

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Rewrite the following sentence to make it clearer and more concise: 'In order to ensure that the project is completed on time, it is necessary for all team members to work efficiently.'

• Efficient work by all team members is essential for the project to be completed on time.

• All team members should work efficiently to ensure timely project completion.

• All team members must work efficiently for timely project completion.

• For the project to be completed on time, it is crucial that all team members work efficiently.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.3

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Create a suitable heading for a paragraph discussing the impact of climate change on marine life.

• Global Warming's Impact on Oceanic Creatures

• The Relationship Between Climate Change and Marine Ecosystems

• Impact of Climate Change on Marine Life

• Climate Change and Its Effects on Marine Life

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What is the first step in identifying the main idea of a text?

• Skip reading the text

• Ask someone else to summarize the text

• Guess the main idea without reading

• Read the text carefully

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

How can you ensure that your writing is logically organized?

• Avoid using transition words

• Outline main points, organize logically, use transition words, focus each paragraph on a single idea

• Use random words in each paragraph

• Skip outlining main points