Informational Text Structure

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What is the definition of 'order & sequence' in informational text structure?

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Order & sequence refers to the arrangement of events or steps in a specific order, often used to describe processes or timelines.

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What are common signal words for 'cause & effect' relationships?

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Common signal words include 'because', 'as a result of', 'due to', and 'therefore'.

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How does 'problem and solution' differ from 'cause and effect'?

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Problem and solution focuses on identifying a problem and proposing a solution, while cause and effect explains the relationship between an event (cause) and its outcome (effect).

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In the example, 'Ray forgot to charge his iPad. As a result, his iPad was dead the next day,' what is the cause?

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The cause is 'Ray forgot to charge his iPad.'

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In the same example, what is the effect?

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The effect is 'Ray's iPad was dead the next day.'

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What is the purpose of 'compare & contrast' in informational writing?

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Compare & contrast is used to highlight similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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What type of text structure would you use to describe a process step-by-step?

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You would use 'order & sequence' to describe a process step-by-step.

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What is a key characteristic of 'cause & effect' writing?

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A key characteristic is that it explains how one event leads to another.

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What are some examples of 'problem and solution' structures in writing?

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Examples include essays that identify a social issue and propose solutions, or articles that discuss environmental problems and suggest ways to address them.

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What signal words might indicate a 'compare & contrast' structure?

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Signal words include 'similarly', 'on the other hand', 'however', and 'in contrast'.