Text Structure

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What is Text Structure?

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

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What is Sequence in Text Structure?

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Sequence is a text structure that presents information in a specific order, often used for instructions or steps.

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What is Cause and Effect in Text Structure?

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

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What is Problem and Solution in Text Structure?

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

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What is Compare and Contrast in Text Structure?

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Compare and contrast is a text structure that highlights the similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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What is Description in Text Structure?

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Description is a text structure that provides details about a person, place, thing, or idea, often using sensory details.

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Example of Sequence: What is the first step in making a cupcake?

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The first step is to gather all your ingredients and make sure they are at room temperature.

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Example of Cause and Effect: What happens if you overmix cupcake batter?

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If you overmix cupcake batter, the cupcakes may become tough and dense.

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Example of Problem and Solution: What is a problem when baking cupcakes?

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A problem could be running out of eggs. A solution would be to substitute with applesauce.

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Example of Compare and Contrast: How are cupcakes and muffins different?

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Cupcakes are sweeter and often frosted, while muffins are less sweet and usually not frosted.