Informational Text Structure Quiz

What does Cause and Effect text structure explain?

• It explains what happened and why it happened.

• It describes a sequence of events in a story.

• It compares and contrasts two different ideas.

• It provides a summary of the main points.

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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

What are signal words for Compare and Contrast text structure?

• 'unlike', 'both', 'differ'

• 'similarly', 'also', 'in addition'

• 'however', 'but', 'on the other hand'

• 'first', 'next', 'finally'

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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

What is the purpose of signal words in informational texts?

• They help readers identify the text structure and understand the relationships between ideas.

• They provide entertainment and engage the reader's imagination.

• They summarize the main points of the text in a concise manner.

• They serve as decorative elements to enhance the visual appeal of the text.

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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

What are signal words for Cause and Effect text structure?

• because, since, as a result, due to

• however, although, despite, but

• first, next, finally, then

• in addition, furthermore, likewise, similarly

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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

What is the Compare and Contrast text structure?

• It highlights similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

• It focuses on a single subject and provides detailed information about it.

• It presents a sequence of events in chronological order.

• It describes a problem and offers a solution.

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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

How do signal words enhance reading comprehension?

• They guide readers through the text, indicating how ideas are connected.

• They make the text longer and more complex.

• They provide definitions for difficult words.

• They summarize the main points of the text.

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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

What is the Description text structure?

• It provides details about a topic, often using sensory language.

• It summarizes the main points of a text.

• It presents a sequence of events in chronological order.

• It compares and contrasts two or more subjects.

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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

How can you tell if a text is using the Problem and Solution structure?

• It will present a challenge followed by one or more proposed solutions.

• It will list several unrelated facts without any clear connection.

• It will provide a summary of events without identifying any issues.

• It will focus solely on the benefits of a particular solution.

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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

What is the Sequence/Process text structure?

• It describes steps or stages in a process, often in chronological order.

• It presents a comparison between two or more subjects.

• It provides a detailed analysis of a single topic.

• It summarizes the main points of a text.

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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

What is an example of a text that uses Description structure?

• A narrative about a journey through the mountains.

• A text that describes the features of a rainforest, including its plants and animals.

• A report on the economic impact of tourism in a city.

• A dialogue between two characters discussing their favorite books.

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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