Understanding Informational Texts

What are the two key questions to ask when trying to understand an informational text?

• Who wrote the text and when?

• What happened and why did it happen?

• Where did the event occur and who was involved?

• How long is the text and what is its title?

Why does moso bamboo grow so quickly according to the text?

• To compete with other plants for water

• To avoid being eaten by pandas

• To reach sunlight in thick and dark forests

• To produce more bamboo shoots for human consumption

What is the role of underground stems in the growth of bamboo?

• They store food and energy for rapid growth

• They help bamboo absorb more water

• They provide structural support

• They protect bamboo from pests

What skill does asking 'what happened' and 'why did it happen' help develop?

• Reading comprehension skills

• Artistic skills

• Physical fitness skills

• Mathematical skills

What is the ultimate goal of using the questioning technique on informational texts?

• To memorize the text

• To become a better reader

• To write a summary

• To identify the author