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my Notes
Notice &
Note
Contrasts and
Contradictions

Prepare to Read

GENRE STUDY Informational texts share information about a
topic, place, or event.

• Informational texts may be organized by headings and

subheadings. Main ideas are supported by details such as
facts, definitions, examples, or quotations.
• Authors of informational texts may include science or social

studies words that are specific to the topic.
• Visuals and text features, such as sidebars, enhance the text

and provide additional information.

SET A PURPOSE Think about the title and genre of this text.
What do you know about the Bigfoot mystery? What do you want
to learn? Write your ideas below.
CRITICAL
VOCABULARY

misperception

hoaxes

elusive

theoretical

encounters

Meet the Author:
Martha Brockenbrough

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