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Publishing a non-chronological report about anglerfish

I can publish a non-chronological report.

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Publishing a non-chronological report about anglerfish

I can publish a non-chronological report.

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Key learning points

Visuals and captions make information easier to understand and remember for the reader.
The layout of a text helps to organise information logically, allowing the reader to navigate through a report easily.
It is important to use neat, joined handwriting when publishing a non-chronological report.
A published non-chronological report should be visually and linguistically appealing to the reader.

Keywords

Visual aid - graph, chart, image or diagram that enhances understanding in non-fiction texts
Caption - a brief description accompanying an image that gives extra context
Layout - the way information is organised on the page

Common misconception

Captions shouldn't just reiterate what's obvious in the visual.

Captions should complement diagrams by explaining the visual, highlighting key points and giving any additional facts.

Model how to draw the key features of an anglerfish and how they have adapted these features to survive in their environment.

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6 Questions

Q1.

What is the main purpose of a non-chronological report about anglerfish?

explaining the life cycle of an anglerfish

describing the habitat of a specific anglerfish species

Correct answer: explaining the anatomy, habitat, diet and unique features of an anglerfish

comparing anglerfish behaviour with other deep-sea creatures

Q2.

Which section of a non-chronological report about anglerfish would most likely discuss the function of their bioluminescent lure?

introduction

conclusion

section on reproduction

Correct answer: section on feeding behaviour

Q3.

Which visual aid is most likely to be used in a non-chronological report about anglerfish to illustrate their deep-sea habitat?

a map of the world showing anglerfish migration

a pie chart showing the diet of anglerfish

a photograph showing bioluminescent lure variations among anglerfish species

Correct answer: an illustration showing the depth zones where anglerfish are commonly found

Q4.

What would the 'conclusion' section of a non-chronological report about anglerfish likely summarise?

a comparison between different species of deep-sea creatures

Correct answer: the key points explained in the report

the anglerfish's hunting strategies in dark environments

Q5.

In a non-chronological report about anglerfish, which section would most likely discuss the variations of anglerfish found in different ocean regions?

introduction

conclusion

section on reproduction

Correct answer: section on species diversity

Q6.

Is a non-chronological report a fiction text or a non-fiction text?

Correct Answer: non-fiction text, non-fiction, Non-fiction text, Non-fiction, non fiction

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6 Questions

Q1.

Which of the following are examples of visual aids?

Correct answer: graph

glossary

Correct answer: diagram

title

Correct answer: image

Q2.

Which of these refers to the way information is organised on the page?

caption

Correct answer: layout

diagram

conclusion

Q3.

Put these steps for drawing a diagram of an anglerfish in the correct order.

1 - Sketch the outline and basic shape of the fish.

2 - Rub out any overlapping lines.

3 - Add details like the eyes, texture of the skin and other defining features.

4 - Label its distinctive features.

Q4.

True or false? It is important to use neat, joined handwriting when publishing.

Correct Answer: true, True, troo, Troo

Q5.

Put these sections in the correct order for the layout of a non-chronological report.

1 - title

2 - introduction

3 - section 1

4 - section 2

5 - conclusion

Q6.

Match the layout features of a non-chronological report to their purposes.

Correct Answer:title,an attention-grabbing phrase that gives an idea of the topic

an attention-grabbing phrase that gives an idea of the topic

Correct Answer:introduction,an engaging section that briefly introduces the topic