Text Structure Flashcard

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What is cause/effect text structure?

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Cause/effect text structure explains how one event leads to another.

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What is chronological/sequential order in text structure?

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Chronological/sequential order presents events in the order they occurred or should occur, often used to narrate or explain processes.

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What does compare/contrast text structure involve?

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Compare/contrast text structure involves finding similarities and differences in a piece of writing or between different pieces.

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What is the problem/solution text structure?

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Problem/solution text structure presents a problem and offers solutions to address it.

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What is a description in text structure?

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Description text structure depicts a person, event, or idea with clarity and vividness, often using imagery and sensory details.

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How can cause/effect be identified in a text?

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Look for signal words like 'because', 'therefore', 'as a result', which indicate a cause and its effect.

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What are some signal words for chronological order?

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Signal words for chronological order include 'first', 'next', 'then', 'finally', and specific dates.

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What is the purpose of compare/contrast text structure?

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The purpose is to highlight similarities and differences to enhance understanding of the subjects being compared.

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What types of problems can be addressed in problem/solution text structure?

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Any issue that requires a resolution, such as social issues, personal dilemmas, or scientific challenges.

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What techniques are used in descriptive writing?

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Descriptive writing often uses imagery, sensory details, and figurative language to create vivid pictures in the reader's mind.