Text Structure

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What is text structure?

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Text structure refers to the way information is organized in a text. It helps readers understand the relationships between ideas.

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What does 'compare & contrast' mean in text structure?

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Compare & contrast is a text structure that shows how two or more things are alike and different, often using words like 'like', 'unlike', or 'different'.

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What is 'order & sequence' in text structure?

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Order & sequence is a text structure that presents information in a specific order, often using words like 'first', 'next', 'then', or 'last'.

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What does 'cause & effect' mean in text structure?

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Cause & effect is a text structure that explains why something happens (the cause) and what happens as a result (the effect).

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What is 'problem & solution' in text structure?

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Problem & solution is a text structure that presents a problem and then discusses one or more solutions to that problem.

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Give an example of 'compare & contrast'.

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An example of compare & contrast is discussing the similarities and differences between cats and dogs.

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Give an example of 'order & sequence'.

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An example of order & sequence is describing the steps to bake a cake: 1. Gather ingredients, 2. Mix ingredients, 3. Bake in the oven.

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Give an example of 'cause & effect'.

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An example of cause & effect is: 'It rained heavily (cause), so the streets flooded (effect).'

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Give an example of 'problem & solution'.

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An example of problem & solution is: 'Many students struggle with math (problem), so the school offers after-school tutoring (solution).'

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CCSS.RI.2.5

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What words might indicate 'compare & contrast'?

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Words that indicate compare & contrast include 'like', 'unlike', 'similar', and 'different'.

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CCSS.RI.2.5

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