Text Structures

Front

Tells about something by describing it or giving examples.

Back

Describe

Front

Tells about an outcome and why it happened.

Back

Cause and Effect

Front

Tells about a problem and offers one or more solutions

Back

Problem and Solution

Front

Tells how 2 or more things are the same & different.

Back

Compare and Contrast

Front

Describes events in order or steps.

Back

Sequence

Front

Classify the following text: "Mammals and reptiles are animals. Mammals are warm-blooded vertebrates, have hair, and feed their babies milk. Reptiles are cold-blooded." Options: Descriptive, Compare and Contrast, Sequence, Problem and Solution.

Back

Compare and Contrast

Front

Fish are cold-blooded, scaly animals that live in water. Fish have a backbone, breathe through their gills, and swim with their fins. Options: Description, Sequence, Problem and Solution, Compare and Contrast

Back

Description

Front

What is the relationship described in the sentence: "The community came together to clean up the park, so we have a nice place to play on the weekend."? Options: Description, Compare and Contrast, Cause and Effect.

Back

Cause and Effect

Front

Frequent cavities were a problem for my brother. He started brushing his teeth better at night and had fewer cavities this year. Options: Compare and Contrast, Problem and Solution, Sequence

Back

Problem and Solution

Front

First, we put our backpacks away. Then, we turn in our homework. Next, we say the pledge. Now, we’re ready to start the school day!

Back

Sequence