Read Grade-Level Informational Texts - 5th Grade Reading
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What is a text feature that helps you locate information quickly in a nonfiction book?
What is a text feature that helps you locate information quickly in a nonfiction book?
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Table of contents. Lists chapters/sections with page numbers for navigation.
Table of contents. Lists chapters/sections with page numbers for navigation.
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What is the main idea of a paragraph in an informational text?
What is the main idea of a paragraph in an informational text?
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The most important point the author makes in that paragraph. Central concept that other sentences support or explain.
The most important point the author makes in that paragraph. Central concept that other sentences support or explain.
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What is the best meaning of the word "caption" in informational texts?
What is the best meaning of the word "caption" in informational texts?
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A short text that explains a picture, chart, or diagram. Provides context for visual elements in the text.
A short text that explains a picture, chart, or diagram. Provides context for visual elements in the text.
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What does the word "domain-specific" mean when describing vocabulary in science or history texts?
What does the word "domain-specific" mean when describing vocabulary in science or history texts?
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Words used mainly in a specific subject area. Technical terms unique to particular fields of study.
Words used mainly in a specific subject area. Technical terms unique to particular fields of study.
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Which context clue type uses a definition directly in the sentence to explain an unknown word?
Which context clue type uses a definition directly in the sentence to explain an unknown word?
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Definition clue. The meaning is stated directly in the same sentence.
Definition clue. The meaning is stated directly in the same sentence.
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Which context clue type uses examples to help you figure out an unknown word?
Which context clue type uses examples to help you figure out an unknown word?
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Example clue. Specific instances help clarify the word's meaning.
Example clue. Specific instances help clarify the word's meaning.
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Which signal word most strongly shows cause and effect in informational text: "because," "next," or "for example"?
Which signal word most strongly shows cause and effect in informational text: "because," "next," or "for example"?
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because. Links a reason to its result or consequence.
because. Links a reason to its result or consequence.
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Which signal word most strongly shows comparison: "similarly," "finally," or "as a result"?
Which signal word most strongly shows comparison: "similarly," "finally," or "as a result"?
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similarly. Indicates likeness between two things being discussed.
similarly. Indicates likeness between two things being discussed.
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Identify the best question to ask to determine an author's purpose in an informational text.
Identify the best question to ask to determine an author's purpose in an informational text.
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What does the author want me to learn or understand. Focuses on the author's goal for writing the text.
What does the author want me to learn or understand. Focuses on the author's goal for writing the text.
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What are supporting details in an informational text?
What are supporting details in an informational text?
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Facts, examples, or reasons that explain or prove the main idea. Evidence that develops and supports the central point.
Facts, examples, or reasons that explain or prove the main idea. Evidence that develops and supports the central point.
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Which signal word most strongly shows contrast: "however," "also," or "therefore"?
Which signal word most strongly shows contrast: "however," "also," or "therefore"?
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however. Introduces an opposing or different viewpoint.
however. Introduces an opposing or different viewpoint.
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Which text feature gives page numbers for specific topics or key terms at the end of a book?
Which text feature gives page numbers for specific topics or key terms at the end of a book?
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Index. Alphabetical list of topics with their page locations.
Index. Alphabetical list of topics with their page locations.
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What is the main purpose of an informational text (RI) rather than a story?
What is the main purpose of an informational text (RI) rather than a story?
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To explain, describe, or provide facts and ideas about a topic. Unlike fiction, informational texts teach factual content.
To explain, describe, or provide facts and ideas about a topic. Unlike fiction, informational texts teach factual content.
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What does it mean to read an informational text independently and proficiently?
What does it mean to read an informational text independently and proficiently?
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Read accurately, understand deeply, and use strategies without help. Proficiency means mastering comprehension and reading skills.
Read accurately, understand deeply, and use strategies without help. Proficiency means mastering comprehension and reading skills.
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Identify the text structure that fits best: problem is described, then a way to fix it is explained.
Identify the text structure that fits best: problem is described, then a way to fix it is explained.
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Problem and solution. Presents an issue followed by its resolution.
Problem and solution. Presents an issue followed by its resolution.
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Identify the text structure that fits best: events are explained in time order using dates or steps.
Identify the text structure that fits best: events are explained in time order using dates or steps.
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Chronological order (sequence). Organizes information by when things happened.
Chronological order (sequence). Organizes information by when things happened.
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Identify the text structure that fits best: two topics are explained by how they are alike and different.
Identify the text structure that fits best: two topics are explained by how they are alike and different.
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Compare and contrast. Shows similarities and differences between subjects.
Compare and contrast. Shows similarities and differences between subjects.
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What is the most reliable evidence type to support a claim in an informational text?
What is the most reliable evidence type to support a claim in an informational text?
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Relevant facts and details from the text (often with data or quotes). Text-based evidence is objective and verifiable.
Relevant facts and details from the text (often with data or quotes). Text-based evidence is objective and verifiable.
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When a technical text gives numbered steps, what should you do first to follow it accurately?
When a technical text gives numbered steps, what should you do first to follow it accurately?
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Read all steps and gather needed materials before starting. Preparation prevents mistakes and ensures success.
Read all steps and gather needed materials before starting. Preparation prevents mistakes and ensures success.
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Which transition word most strongly signals compare and contrast: “however,” “next,” or “therefore”?
Which transition word most strongly signals compare and contrast: “however,” “next,” or “therefore”?
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However. It introduces a contrasting idea between two things.
However. It introduces a contrasting idea between two things.
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