Study Notes
Informative writing, also known as factual writing, provides clear and understandable facts about the world, helping us learn about real things like animals and planets. It can be found in books, magazines, and online, acting as a guide to knowledge.
- Factual Writing — writing that provides clear facts and information about the world.
Example: Articles about animals or planets in a magazine. - Extract — a passage taken from a larger text, often used to analyze specific information.
Example: A description of a house from a real estate listing. - Dormant — a state of rest or inactivity.
Example: A dormant volcano that hasn't erupted in years. - Fissures — long, narrow openings or lines of breakage.
Example: Fissures in the ground where geysers erupt.
Exam Tips
Key Definitions to Remember
- Factual Writing: Writing that provides clear facts and information.
- Extract: A passage taken from a larger text for analysis.
- Dormant: A state of rest or inactivity.
- Fissures: Long, narrow openings or lines of breakage.
Common Confusions
- Confusing factual writing with opinion writing.
- Misunderstanding the purpose of an extract.
Typical Exam Questions
- What is factual writing?
Writing that provides clear facts and information. - Why is factual writing important?
It helps us learn about real things and understand the world better. - How can you identify an extract?
It is a passage taken from a larger text for analysis.
What Examiners Usually Test
- Understanding of key terms like factual writing and extract.
- Ability to identify and explain examples of factual writing.
- Comprehension of information presented in extracts.