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Notice &
Note
Contrasts and
Contradictions

Prepare to Read

GENRE STUDY Informational texts give facts and examples
about a topic.

• Authors of informational texts may organize their ideas using

headings and subheadings, by grouping main ideas and key
details, or by explaining causes and effects.

• Science texts also include words that are specific to the topic.
• Informational texts often include visuals, such as charts,
diagrams, graphs, timelines, and maps.

SET A PURPOSE Think about the title and genre
of this text. What do you know about wheelchair
sports and how they affect the lives of people who are

not able to walk? What do you want to learn? Write
your ideas below.

CRITICAL
VOCABULARY

maneuver

specialized

elite

objective

traditional

Build Background:
Sports for the Physically Challenged

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