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Flashcard 1: What is an author's point in an informational text?
Answer: The main idea or claim the author wants the reader to accept. The central message the author wants readers to believe or understand.
Flashcard 2: What is evidence in an informational text?
Answer: Facts, examples, details, or data that support a reason or point. Concrete information that proves reasons are true.
Flashcard 3: Which option is the best example of evidence: an opinion or a fact?
Answer: A fact. Facts can be proven true; opinions are personal beliefs.
Flashcard 4: What is the difference between a reason and evidence?
Answer: Reason explains why; evidence proves it with facts and details. Reasons give logic; evidence gives proof.
Flashcard 5: Which word best signals that evidence is being introduced: "because" or "maybe"?
Answer: Because. This word introduces cause-and-effect relationships.
Flashcard 6: Which phrase most often signals evidence: "for example" or "I guess"?
Answer: For example. This phrase introduces specific instances or proof.
Flashcard 7: What is a relevant piece of evidence?
Answer: Evidence that directly supports the specific point being made. It connects clearly to and helps prove the point.
Flashcard 8: What is an irrelevant detail in a text?
Answer: A detail that does not help prove or explain the author’s point. It's unrelated to the main argument.
Flashcard 9: Identify the purpose of a statistic used in a text.
Answer: To provide numerical evidence that supports a point. Numbers offer concrete, measurable proof.
Flashcard 10: What is the purpose of quoting an expert in informational writing?
Answer: To add trustworthy evidence from a knowledgeable source. Experts have credibility and specialized knowledge.
Flashcard 11: What is the purpose of an example in a supporting paragraph?
Answer: To show a specific case that supports the reason. Examples make abstract reasons concrete and clear.
Flashcard 12: Identify the point: "School lunches should include more fruits and vegetables."
Answer: School lunches should include more fruits and vegetables. This is the claim the author wants readers to accept.
Flashcard 13: Identify the reason: "Recycling matters because it reduces the amount of trash in landfills."
Answer: It reduces the amount of trash in landfills. The word "because" signals this is explaining why.
Flashcard 14: Identify the evidence: "Many parks added bins; litter dropped by 30% in one year."
Answer: Litter dropped by 30% in one year. The specific percentage is measurable proof.
Flashcard 15: Which sentence is evidence for the point "Dogs make good pets"? A) Dogs are loyal. B) I like dogs.
Answer: A) Dogs are loyal. Loyalty is a factual trait; "I like" is opinion.
Flashcard 16: Which detail is irrelevant to the point "Helmets keep riders safer"? A) Helmets reduce head injuries. B) Helmets come in colors.
Answer: B) Helmets come in colors. Color doesn't relate to safety function.
Flashcard 17: Identify the evidence type in: "A study found students who read daily scored higher."
Answer: Study result (research finding). Research provides scientific proof.
Flashcard 18: Which transition best introduces evidence: "For instance" or "On the other hand"?
Answer: For instance. "For instance" introduces examples; "On the other hand" shows contrast.
Flashcard 19: Identify what is missing: Point: "Exercise helps health." Reason: "It strengthens the heart." What is needed next?
Answer: Evidence (facts or examples proving the heart is strengthened). The pattern needs proof to support the reason.
Flashcard 20: What is a reason in informational writing?
Answer: A statement that explains why the author's point makes sense. It provides logical support for why the author's point is valid.
Flashcard 21: What should you do first to explain how an author supports a point?
Answer: Identify the author’s point (claim) in the text. Finding the main claim helps you track its support.
Flashcard 22: Which sentence is a reason (not evidence) for the point “Recycling is important”?
Answer: Recycling reduces the amount of trash in landfills. This explains why, not specific proof.
Flashcard 23: Choose the most relevant evidence for the point “Dogs make good service animals.”
Answer: Dogs can be trained to guide people who are blind. Guide dogs directly relate to service work.
Flashcard 24: Which detail best supports the point “Exercise improves health”?
Answer: Doctors recommend regular activity to strengthen the heart. Medical advice directly supports health claims.
Flashcard 25: What is the best way to explain the author’s support in one sentence?
Answer: State the point, then name the reasons and key evidence that support it. This summarizes the key elements to include.
Flashcard 26: Which sentence is evidence for the point “Helmets keep riders safer”?
Answer: Studies show helmets reduce head injuries in bicycle crashes. Research data provides factual proof.
Flashcard 27: Identify the evidence: “For example, students can measure plant growth each week.”
Answer: Students can measure plant growth each week. 'For example' signals specific proof follows.
Flashcard 28: Identify the reason: “Gardens should be added because students learn science outdoors.”
Answer: Students learn science outdoors. The word 'because' signals this is the reason.
Flashcard 29: Identify the point: “School gardens should be added to every elementary school.”
Answer: School gardens should be added to every elementary school. This is the author's main claim or argument.
Flashcard 30: Which signal words often introduce a reason: because, for example, or in conclusion?
Answer: Because. This word signals a cause-and-effect relationship.