Text Structures

Front

What is a problem and solution text structure?

Back

A text structure that presents a problem and discusses possible solutions.

Front

What does compare and contrast mean?

Back

To examine how two or more topics or ideas are similar and different.

Front

What is a descriptive text structure?

Back

A text structure that provides details about a topic.

Front

What are key words for sequence text structure?

Back

First, next, then, finally.

Front

What are key words for problem and solution text structure?

Back

Problem is, issues are, solved by.

Front

What is the purpose of cause and effect text structure?

Back

To show how one event causes another event.

Front

Give an example of a problem and solution text structure.

Back

A story about a dog that gets lost and how the owner finds it.

Front

What is the main idea of compare and contrast?

Back

To highlight similarities and differences between two subjects.

Front

What does sequence mean in text structures?

Back

The order in which events happen.

Front

How can descriptive text structure be used in writing?

Back

To create vivid images in the reader's mind by using sensory details.