Analyzing Informational Texts: Elements and Structures

Question 1

Which choice best defines evidence?

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Facts or examples that support ideas presented

Question 2

Which choice best describes a reason a writer uses commentary?

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To provide explanation and analysis of evidence

Question 3

Read the excerpt. Which element of an informational text does the excerpt primarily show?

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An example of a Dadaist

Question 4

Read the excerpt carefully. The author primarily uses which text structure to support the idea that Banksy does not want his artwork bought and sold?

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Problem-solution

Question 5

Read the excerpt carefully. Which text structure does the excerpt use?

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Comparison-contrast

Question 6

Read the excerpt carefully. Which choices best explain how the text uses structures to develop an overall design? Check all that apply.

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It describes the situation.; It gives examples of collectors.; It tells the sequence that happened.

Question 7

Read the excerpt carefully. How does the author develop the idea that Banksy is part of a historical pattern?

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By providing an example of an earlier artist doing something similar to Banksy

Question 8

Read the excerpt carefully. Based on the text, which statement would the author most likely agree with?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Banksy’s true motives for destroying art are unknown.

Question 9

Read the excerpt carefully. What is the author’s primary purpose in contrasting the different ways Banksy’s graffiti art is handled?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

To encourage readers to ponder how art gets its value

Analyzing Informational Texts: Elements and Structures Answers