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MODULE 2
Informative Text
Prepared by:
Shiela Mae D. Aquino
Informative Text
It is a kind of text that offers
data, definitions, and
descriptions of phenomena or
details about a fact .
.
Informative Text
It introduces a clearly stated topic and
creates organizational structure in
which related information is grouped
logically to support the purpose of
writing.
Characteristics of an
Informative Text
1. It explains
a certain
issue or a
topic.
Characteristics of an
Informative Text
2. It provides
information and
explanations in a
straightforward
manner.
Characteristics of an
Informative Text
3. The writer is like a
reporter in a
newspaper: only there
to state the facts, not
to offer any sort of
opinion.
Remember:
-In writing an informative essay,
you have to keep in mind that the
main idea is the point of the
paragraph and it is the most
important thought about the topic.
-The main idea is usually a
sentence and it can be in different
places within a paragraph.
Examples of an
Informative Text
• newspapers
Examples of an
Informative Text
• encyclopedia
Examples of an
Informative Text
• brochure
Examples of an
Informative Text
• biography
Examples of an
Informative Text
• textbooks
Examples of an
Informative Text
• manual
Parts of an
Informative Essay
Introduction
Grabbing the attention of readers
is part of the beginning, formally
known as the introduction.
It is where the thesis statement
is found.
Introduction
The thesis statement is
considered the most essential
part of informative writing.
Body
The body or the middle
part is where the thesis
statement is fully
explained.
Body
Evidence such as facts,
statistics, statements from
experts, and other supporting
details are found in this
section.
Body
The evidence presented will
be the basis if the
information is reliable,
accurate, and unbiased.
Conclusion
The conclusion reiterates the
thesis statement and
summarizes the main
points of the informative text.
Conclusion
No new evidence must be
presented at this point
because all ideas must have
already been discussed in the
body.
ACTIVITY TIME!
Here’s a sample paragraph and let’s try your
skill in finding the main idea. Try to locate the
topic first, and then look for the main idea.
Most teenagers and young adults do
not know what they want to do for
the rest of their lives. It is a big
decision. There are things you can do
to narrow the choices. For example,
you can take an interest test, do some
research on your own about a career,
Here’s a sample paragraph and let’s try your skill in
finding the main idea. Try to locate the topic first,
and then look for the main idea.
...try volunteer work in the field in
which you are interested, or “job
shadow” in which you spend a day
with a person who is working in
the field that interests you. These
are just a few helpful ideas as you
begin to choose a career.
Here’s a sample paragraph and let’s try your
skill in finding the main idea. Try to locate the
topic first, and then look for the main idea.
The topic is __________________________________.
The main idea is __________________________.
Directions: Read the following questions carefully.
Choose the letter of the correct answer.
1. This writing technique gives
information and straightforward facts
regarding a topic.
A. Analytical C. Opinion
B. Informative D. Persuasive
2. It is the purpose of an informative text.
A. to entertain C. to narrate
B. to educate D. to persuade
3. The following are characteristics of
informative text except:
A. It explains a certain issue or a topic.
B. It provides information and
explanations in a straightforward
manner.
C. The writer is like a reporter in a
newspaper: only there to state the facts
D. The writer can offer any sort of
opinion.
4. This part summarizes and reiterates
the thesis statement of an informative
text.
A. body C. introduction
B. conclusion D. thesis statement
5. This is where facts, statistics,
statements, and other supporting
details are included.
A. body C. introduction
B. conclusion D. thesis statement
Give 5 examples of informative
text
Thank you for
listening!