Text Structures

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What is chronological order?

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A type of writing that presents information step-by-step in the order that events occur.

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What words signal a cause and effect relationship?

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Words such as because, as a result of, and due to indicate a cause and effect relationship.

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What is the purpose of descriptive writing?

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To provide detailed information using adjectives, examples, and characteristics.

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What organizational pattern uses the words 'instead' and 'although'?

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These words signal a compare and contrast organizational pattern.

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What is a problem and solution text structure?

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A type of writing that presents a problem and discusses one or more solutions.

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What does the term 'cause and effect' mean?

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It refers to a relationship where one event (the cause) leads to another event (the effect).

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What is the main focus of compare and contrast writing?

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To highlight the similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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What is an example of chronological order in writing?

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A narrative that describes a day in the life of a student, detailing events from morning to night.

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What are signal words for chronological order?

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Words like first, next, then, and finally signal chronological order.

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What is the definition of descriptive writing?

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Writing that uses sensory details to paint a picture in the reader's mind.