Organizational Text Features

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What is a Venn Diagram?

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A graphic organizer used to compare and contrast two or more items, showing their similarities and differences.

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What does 'Compare and Contrast' mean in text structure?

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It refers to examining two or more subjects to identify their similarities and differences.

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When would you use a classification organizational pattern?

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When organizing information into categories, such as in an essay about different kinds of insects.

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What are signal words for Sequence/Process text structure?

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Words like First, Second, Then, Finally indicate the order of events or steps in a process.

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What is a Timeline used for?

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A graphic organizer that displays events in chronological order.

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What is the purpose of a Flow Chart?

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To illustrate a process or sequence of events, showing the steps involved.

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What is a Cause and Effect text structure?

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A way of organizing text that explains reasons why something happened and the results of that event.

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What is a Problem and Solution text structure?

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

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What is a Thought Bubble?

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A graphic organizer that shows a character's thoughts or ideas, often used in comics or narratives.

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What is the main use of a Story Map?

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To outline the elements of a story, including characters, setting, conflict, and resolution.