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 the Problem and Solution structure?

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This structure presents a problem and then offers one or more solutions to that problem.

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What is the Compare and Contrast structure?

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This structure examines the similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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What is the Order and Sequence structure?

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This structure organizes information in a specific order, often showing steps in a process or events in a timeline.

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What is the Cause and Effect structure?

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This structure explains why something happens (the cause) and what happens as a result (the effect).

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Example of Problem and Solution: Unclean kitchens cause illness. What is the solution?

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Clean the kitchens regularly to prevent illness.

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Example of Compare and Contrast: Sharks vs. Dolphins. What is one similarity?

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Both are marine animals and have fins.

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Example of Order and Sequence: Life cycle of a butterfly. What is the first stage?

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The first stage is the egg.

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Example of Cause and Effect: Eating too much sugar. What is the effect on teeth?

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Teeth can decay and lead to cavities.

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What is a Description structure?

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This structure provides detailed information about a topic, including characteristics and features.