Text Structure Review

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What is chronological text structure?

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A text structure that presents events in the order they occur, often using time-related words.

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What transitional words are commonly used in chronological text structure?

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First, next, then, finally, third.

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What is description/definition text structure?

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A text structure that explains or describes a topic using details and examples.

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What transitional words are commonly used in description/definition text structure?

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For example, for instance, specifically, to illustrate.

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What is compare and contrast text structure?

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A text structure that discusses the similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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What transitional words are commonly used in compare and contrast text structure?

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Similarly, on the other hand, however, in contrast.

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What is cause and effect text structure?

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

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What transitional words are commonly used in cause and effect text structure?

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Because, therefore, as a result, consequently.

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What is 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 transitional words are commonly used in problem and solution text structure?

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Problem, solution, one way to solve, another option.