CAASPP CAASPP Informational Text 3

Question 1

On the CAASPP, students are asked to analyze how an author structures an informational text. Why does structure matter?

Accepted Answer

It affects how clearly and logically information is conveyed to the reader

Answer

Text structure shapes how information flows and how easily readers can follow the author's argument or explanation.

Question 2

A student reads an article arguing that California should invest more in renewable energy. What should the student do to evaluate this argument?

Accepted Answer

Assess whether the evidence is relevant, sufficient, and credible

Answer

Evaluating an argument requires assessing the relevance, sufficiency, and credibility of the evidence provided, per California's informational reading standards.

Question 3

What does it mean to summarize an informational text?

Accepted Answer

Restate the central idea and key supporting details in your own words without personal opinion

Answer

A summary restates the central idea and key details objectively in the student's own words, demonstrating comprehension without adding personal bias.

Question 4

Which question best helps a reader identify bias in an informational text?

Accepted Answer

Does the author present multiple perspectives fairly, or favor one side?

Answer

Checking whether an author presents perspectives fairly helps identify bias, a critical reading skill assessed on the CAASPP.

Question 5

A student is asked to cite textual evidence to support an analysis of an informational article. What should the student include?

Accepted Answer

Specific quotes or paraphrased details from the text that directly support their analysis

Answer

Citing textual evidence means anchoring analysis in specific quotes or details from the assigned text, as required by California's reading standards.

CAASPP - California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress Practice Test

CAASPP - California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress Practice Test

CAASPP CAASPP Informational Text 3