Text Structures

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What is the definition of 'text structure'?

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Text structure refers to the way information is organized in a written text, which helps readers understand the content and its purpose.

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Name the common text structures used in writing.

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Common text structures include: 1. Problem and Solution 2. Cause and Effect 3. Compare and Contrast 4. Sequence/Chronological Order 5. Description.

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What text structure is used when a writer presents a problem and then offers one or more solutions?

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Problem and Solution.

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In which text structure does the author explain the reasons for an event and its consequences?

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Cause and Effect.

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What is the purpose of using a 'Description' text structure?

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The purpose of using a Description text structure is to provide specific details about a person, place, thing, or idea.

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How does a 'Compare and Contrast' text structure function?

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A Compare and Contrast text structure highlights the similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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What is an example of a text structure that organizes information in a step-by-step manner?

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Sequence/Chronological Order.

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Identify a key characteristic of the 'Problem and Solution' text structure.

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It clearly outlines a problem and discusses one or more solutions to that problem.

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What type of text structure would be best for an article discussing the benefits and drawbacks of a new policy?

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Compare and Contrast.

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What is the main focus of a text that uses a 'Cause and Effect' structure?

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The main focus is to show how one event (the cause) leads to another event (the effect).

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