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aCTIvITy 2.6
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2. Look back at the two informational texts in this unit. For each text, write the title in the graphic organizer below. Then evaluate how well the texts meet each of the criteria. Check that you have correct definitions for each term.
My Notes
Text 1:
Text 2:
Authority: Accuracy: Credibility: Timeliness: Purpose/Audience:
Authority: Accuracy: Credibility: Timeliness: Purpose/Audience:
3. Do you think one of these sources is more credible or worthy of your trust than the other? Explain why.
Preview
In this part of the activity, you will read an online informational text and practice evaluating the text using the criteria you learned earlier in the activity.
Setting a Purpose for Reading
• As you read the text, underline phrases or sentences that say what the company does not do with regard to marketing to children.
• Circle unknown words and phrases. Try to determine the meaning of the words by using context clues, word parts, or a dictionary.
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