Non-Fiction Notes

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What are the five types of text structure used in non-fiction writing?

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Description, sequence, cause and effect, compare and contrast, and problem and solution.

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How does a memoir differ from an autobiography?

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A memoir captures specific highlights or meaningful moments, while an autobiography covers the author's entire life.

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What distinguishes a personal narrative from other forms of writing?

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It focuses on a particular event in a person's life and is written from the first-person point of view.

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What is the definition of non-fiction writing?

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Non-fiction is writing that tells us about real people, places, and events.

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What role does dialogue play in narrative non-fiction?

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It adds realism and depth to the narrative.

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What is the purpose of a description text structure?

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To provide detailed information about a person, place, or event.

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What is the sequence text structure used for?

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To present information in a specific order, often chronological.

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How does cause and effect text structure function?

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It explains reasons why something happened and the results of that event.

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What is the compare and contrast text structure?

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It highlights similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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What is the problem and solution text structure?

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It presents a problem and discusses one or more solutions.