Text Structures

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What is Sequence/Chronological Order?

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A text structure that presents events in the order they occur, helping the reader understand the timeline of events.

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What is Compare and Contrast?

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A text structure that examines the similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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What is Descriptive Text Structure?

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A text structure that provides detailed descriptions to create a mental picture for the reader.

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What is Cause and Effect?

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A text structure that explains reasons why something happens (cause) and the results of that happening (effect).

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What is Problem and Solution?

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

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Example of Sequence/Chronological Order?

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Instructions for assembling a model, detailing each step in the order they should be completed.

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Example of Compare and Contrast?

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Discussing the differences between two ice cream flavors, such as strawberry and chocolate.

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Example of Descriptive Text Structure?

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A passage that describes a beautiful sunset, detailing colors, shapes, and feelings.

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Example of Cause and Effect?

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Explaining how a decrease in acorn production can lead to fewer squirrels and an increase in Lyme Disease cases.

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Example of Problem and Solution?

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Identifying pollution as a problem and proposing recycling as a solution.