Connecting Words and Pictures in Informational Text

In what ways can comparing and contrasting information from words and pictures enhance understanding of a topic?

• By providing irrelevant details that distract from the main points

• By confusing the audience with conflicting information

• By making the topic more difficult to understand

• By providing different perspectives and reinforcing key points

Provide an example of a text where the words and pictures complement each other to convey a clear message.

• map with detailed descriptions but no visuals

• children's book with simple text and corresponding illustrations

• novel with no illustrations

• cookbook with recipes and photographs

What is the primary purpose of using connecting words in informational text?

• To confuse the reader

• To link ideas and enhance understanding

• To make the text longer

• To add unnecessary details

Which of the following is an example of a connecting word?

• However

• Apple

• Running

• Quickly

How do pictures in informational text help the reader?

• They distract from the main content

• They provide a visual representation of the information

• They make the text harder to understand

• They are only for decoration

What is the effect of combining words and pictures in a text?

• It makes the text less engaging

• It helps clarify complex ideas

• It confuses the reader

• It adds unnecessary information

Which sentence best describes the relationship between words and pictures in a textbook?

• Words and pictures are unrelated

• Pictures contradict the words

• Words and pictures work together to explain concepts

• Words are more important than pictures

In what way can pictures enhance the understanding of a written text?

• By providing irrelevant details

• By offering a visual explanation

• By making the text longer

• By confusing the reader

What role do captions play in informational texts with pictures?

• They provide a summary of the text

• They offer additional information about the picture

• They are unnecessary

• They repeat the text

Why is it important to have both words and pictures in an informational text?

• To make the text look colorful

• To provide a comprehensive understanding

• To fill up space

• To confuse the reader