Text Structures

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What is the definition of 'Problem and Solution' text structure?

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A text structure that presents a problem and offers one or more solutions.

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Give an example of 'Cause and Effect' text structure.

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A text structure that explains an outcome and the reasons why it happened.

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What does 'Compare and Contrast' text structure do?

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It tells how two or more things are similar and different.

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Define 'Sequence' text structure.

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A text structure that describes events in order or steps.

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What is the purpose of 'Problem and Solution' text structure?

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To identify a problem and suggest solutions.

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How can 'Cause and Effect' be identified in a text?

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Look for phrases that indicate a reason or result, such as 'because' or 'as a result'.

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What are some signal words for 'Compare and Contrast'?

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Signal words include 'similarly', 'on the other hand', 'but', and 'whereas'.

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What is the importance of 'Sequence' in writing?

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It helps readers understand the order of events or steps in a process.

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How can you recognize 'Problem and Solution' in a passage?

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Look for a statement of a problem followed by one or more solutions.

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What types of questions can 'Cause and Effect' structures help answer?

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Questions that ask why something happened or what the results of an action were.

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