Text Structure Quiz
1. What is the inverted pyramid structure in news articles?
Starting with background information and building to the main point
Placing the most essential information first and additional details later
Organizing information alphabetically
Using a chronological approach to storytelling
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2. Which element of a news article provides a quick overview answering who, what, when, where, why, and how?
Headline
Byline
Lede
Nut graph
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3. How does the structure of journal articles relate to the scientific process?
It contradicts the scientific method
It has no relation to the scientific method
It mirrors and reinforces the steps of the scientific method
It focuses only on conclusions, not methodology
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4. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a strategy for improving reading comprehension of information texts?
Reading the first and last sentences of paragraphs
Paying attention to headings and subheadings
Noting transition words
Skipping difficult vocabulary
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5. How does the structure of speeches differ from news articles?
Speeches have no structure
Speeches build up to the main idea rather than starting with it
Speeches always begin with a call to action
Speeches follow the same inverted pyramid structure as news articles
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6. What is the purpose of the "nut graph" in a news article?
To present opposing viewpoints
To introduce the author
To provide context and explain the broader significance of the story
To list references and citations
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7. Which section of a journal article explains how the research was conducted?
Abstract
Introduction
Methods
Discussion
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8. What typically appears at the end of a speech?
Background information
Call to action
Thesis statement
Introduction of the speaker
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9. What does the text suggest about bold or italicized text in information writing?
They are decorative elements only
They indicate errors in the text
They often emphasize key terms or important concepts
They should be ignored when reading for comprehension
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10. According to the text, which structural element helps readers understand the organization of content?
Headings and subheadings
Page numbers
Font size
Margins
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