Develop Topic With Relevant Information - 6th Grade Writing
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Which transition best introduces a fact or statistic used as support in informative writing?
Which transition best introduces a fact or statistic used as support in informative writing?
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According to. This phrase introduces information from a credible source.
According to. This phrase introduces information from a credible source.
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Which option best describes “relevant information” for developing a topic?
Which option best describes “relevant information” for developing a topic?
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Information that directly supports the topic and purpose. Relevant means connected to and advancing the main topic.
Information that directly supports the topic and purpose. Relevant means connected to and advancing the main topic.
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What is an example in informative writing, and what should it clarify?
What is an example in informative writing, and what should it clarify?
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A specific instance; it clarifies or illustrates the main idea. Examples make abstract concepts concrete and understandable.
A specific instance; it clarifies or illustrates the main idea. Examples make abstract concepts concrete and understandable.
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What is a quotation in informative writing, and what must it do for the topic?
What is a quotation in informative writing, and what must it do for the topic?
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Exact words from a source; it must directly support the topic. Quotations provide expert evidence or firsthand accounts.
Exact words from a source; it must directly support the topic. Quotations provide expert evidence or firsthand accounts.
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What is a concrete detail, and how is it different from a general statement?
What is a concrete detail, and how is it different from a general statement?
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A specific, observable detail; it is not broad or vague. Concrete details provide precise, sensory information readers can visualize.
A specific, observable detail; it is not broad or vague. Concrete details provide precise, sensory information readers can visualize.
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What is a definition in informative writing, and what job does it do for the reader?
What is a definition in informative writing, and what job does it do for the reader?
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A clear meaning of a term; it helps readers understand key ideas. Definitions clarify unfamiliar terms for reader comprehension.
A clear meaning of a term; it helps readers understand key ideas. Definitions clarify unfamiliar terms for reader comprehension.
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What is the purpose of adding relevant facts in an informative/explanatory paragraph?
What is the purpose of adding relevant facts in an informative/explanatory paragraph?
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To support the topic with accurate, verifiable information. Facts provide evidence that can be checked and proven true.
To support the topic with accurate, verifiable information. Facts provide evidence that can be checked and proven true.
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What is the difference between a fact and an opinion in informative writing?
What is the difference between a fact and an opinion in informative writing?
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A fact is verifiable; an opinion is a personal belief or judgment. Facts can be proven; opinions express feelings or beliefs.
A fact is verifiable; an opinion is a personal belief or judgment. Facts can be proven; opinions express feelings or beliefs.
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What does it mean to elaborate on a point in an informative paragraph?
What does it mean to elaborate on a point in an informative paragraph?
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To add supporting details such as facts, examples, or quotations. Elaboration expands ideas with specific evidence and details.
To add supporting details such as facts, examples, or quotations. Elaboration expands ideas with specific evidence and details.
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What is the best place to include a definition when introducing a key term?
What is the best place to include a definition when introducing a key term?
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Immediately after the term is first introduced. Define terms when readers first encounter them for clarity.
Immediately after the term is first introduced. Define terms when readers first encounter them for clarity.
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What is the most effective way to use numbers or statistics to develop a topic?
What is the most effective way to use numbers or statistics to develop a topic?
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Use accurate numbers and explain what they show about the topic. Statistics need context to show their significance to the topic.
Use accurate numbers and explain what they show about the topic. Statistics need context to show their significance to the topic.
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Identify the most relevant detail for the topic sentence: “Bees are important to farming.”
Identify the most relevant detail for the topic sentence: “Bees are important to farming.”
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“Bees pollinate many crops that humans eat.”. This fact directly explains how bees help farming through pollination.
“Bees pollinate many crops that humans eat.”. This fact directly explains how bees help farming through pollination.
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Which sentence is a concrete detail (not a general statement) about a thunderstorm?
Which sentence is a concrete detail (not a general statement) about a thunderstorm?
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“Lightning can heat air to about 50,000°F.”. The specific temperature is measurable and precise, not vague.
“Lightning can heat air to about 50,000°F.”. The specific temperature is measurable and precise, not vague.
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Which sentence is an opinion (not a fact) and should not be used as main support?
Which sentence is an opinion (not a fact) and should not be used as main support?
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“Recycling is the best thing people can do for the planet.”. "Best" shows judgment; facts must be verifiable, not evaluative.
“Recycling is the best thing people can do for the planet.”. "Best" shows judgment; facts must be verifiable, not evaluative.
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Choose the best definition sentence to develop this topic: “A fossil is evidence of past life.”
Choose the best definition sentence to develop this topic: “A fossil is evidence of past life.”
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“A fossil is the preserved remains or traces of an ancient organism.”. This definition explains what fossils are using clear, precise language.
“A fossil is the preserved remains or traces of an ancient organism.”. This definition explains what fossils are using clear, precise language.
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Which quotation is most relevant for a paragraph about the value of reading daily?
Which quotation is most relevant for a paragraph about the value of reading daily?
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“Reading every day builds vocabulary and comprehension over time.”. This quote directly supports daily reading with specific benefits.
“Reading every day builds vocabulary and comprehension over time.”. This quote directly supports daily reading with specific benefits.
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Identify the best example to support the claim: “Exercise can improve mood.”
Identify the best example to support the claim: “Exercise can improve mood.”
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“A short walk can reduce stress and help people feel calmer.”. Walking is a specific exercise that demonstrates mood improvement.
“A short walk can reduce stress and help people feel calmer.”. Walking is a specific exercise that demonstrates mood improvement.
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Find the irrelevant detail for a paragraph about volcanoes and remove it: “Volcanoes erupt… My dog is loud.”
Find the irrelevant detail for a paragraph about volcanoes and remove it: “Volcanoes erupt… My dog is loud.”
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Remove: “My dog is loud.”. Personal pet details don't relate to the volcano topic.
Remove: “My dog is loud.”. Personal pet details don't relate to the volcano topic.
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Identify the best supporting sentence for: “The water cycle constantly moves water on Earth.”
Identify the best supporting sentence for: “The water cycle constantly moves water on Earth.”
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“Evaporation, condensation, and precipitation move water between air and land.”. This sentence explains the cycle's three key processes specifically.
“Evaporation, condensation, and precipitation move water between air and land.”. This sentence explains the cycle's three key processes specifically.
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Identify the strongest support for the claim “Exercise improves health.”
Identify the strongest support for the claim “Exercise improves health.”
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A specific fact or study result from a credible source. Research-based evidence provides the strongest support.
A specific fact or study result from a credible source. Research-based evidence provides the strongest support.
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What is the best criterion for choosing between two possible examples to include?
What is the best criterion for choosing between two possible examples to include?
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Choose the example that most directly supports the main idea. The most relevant example best illustrates your point.
Choose the example that most directly supports the main idea. The most relevant example best illustrates your point.
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What is the best way to avoid “list-like” writing when adding facts and examples?
What is the best way to avoid “list-like” writing when adding facts and examples?
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Explain how each detail supports the topic. Connecting details to the main idea creates coherent writing.
Explain how each detail supports the topic. Connecting details to the main idea creates coherent writing.
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What is the best way to introduce a quotation in an informative paragraph?
What is the best way to introduce a quotation in an informative paragraph?
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Use a signal phrase naming the source before the quote. Signal phrases identify the speaker and establish credibility.
Use a signal phrase naming the source before the quote. Signal phrases identify the speaker and establish credibility.
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Find and correct the vague support: “Many animals are affected by pollution.”
Find and correct the vague support: “Many animals are affected by pollution.”
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Add specifics: name animals and describe how pollution affects them. Vague statements need specific examples and clear effects.
Add specifics: name animals and describe how pollution affects them. Vague statements need specific examples and clear effects.
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Which sentence is irrelevant to the topic “How recycling helps communities”?
Which sentence is irrelevant to the topic “How recycling helps communities”?
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“My favorite sport is soccer.”. Personal sports preference doesn't relate to recycling benefits.
“My favorite sport is soccer.”. Personal sports preference doesn't relate to recycling benefits.
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