Text Structure

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What is Text Structure?

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Text structure refers to the way information is organized in a text. It helps readers understand the relationships between ideas and the overall flow of the content.

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What are the common types of text structures?

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Common types of text structures include Cause and Effect, Compare and Contrast, Sequence, Problem and Solution, and Description.

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Define 'Cause and Effect' in text structure.

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Cause and Effect is a text structure that explains why something happens (the cause) and the result of that event (the effect).

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Give an example of Cause and Effect in a sentence.

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An example of Cause and Effect is: 'When it rains, the ground gets wet.' Here, rain is the cause, and the wet ground is the effect.

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What is 'Compare and Contrast' in text structure?

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Compare and Contrast is a text structure that highlights the similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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Provide an example of Compare and Contrast.

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An example of Compare and Contrast is: 'Both cats and dogs are popular pets, but cats are generally more independent than dogs.'

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What does 'Sequence' refer to in text structure?

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Sequence refers to a text structure that presents information in a specific order, often chronological, showing the steps or stages in a process.

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Give an example of Sequence in a process.

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An example of Sequence is: 'First, gather your materials. Next, mix the ingredients. Finally, bake the mixture in the oven.'

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What is the 'Problem and Solution' text structure?

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Problem and Solution is a text structure that presents an issue and discusses one or more solutions to that problem.

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Provide an example of Problem and Solution.

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An example of Problem and Solution is: 'The city faced heavy traffic congestion. To solve this, they implemented a new public transportation system.'

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