Nonfiction Text Structure

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Ice-cream is a frozen treat with various colors and flavors. Strawberry may have fruit pieces, while chocolate does not. Chocolate is from cacao beans, and strawberry is a fruit. More chocolate ice-cream is sold than strawberry, but both are great in milkshakes.

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compare & contrast

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Most beautiful banana split: three ice-cream scoops (chocolate, strawberry, vanilla), banana, chocolate & caramel sauces, whipped cream, crushed nuts, cherry on top.

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description

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Ways to ensure a successful school day: complete homework the night before, go to bed early, wake up early.

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sequential

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Fireworks are beautiful but can be dangerous. Misuse can lead to property damage, injury, or death. Accidents often occur due to poorly made products or operator error, such as improper setup or distraction. Thus, even stunning displays can quickly become hazardous.

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cause & effect

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Independence Day fireworks show funding issues since 1963. Charity garage sale for donations to raise $20,000 needed. How to keep the celebration alive?

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problem & solution

Front

Text structure explaining causes or effects.

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Cause or Effect

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Text structure describing order of steps:

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Sequence

Front

Text structure for finding similarities and differences?

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Compare and Contrast

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Description text structure

Back

Provides details and examples to explain a topic.

Front

Problem and solution text structure

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Presents a problem and shows how it can be solved.