Text Structure Vocabulary

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What is the problem/solution text structure?

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A text structure that presents a problem and describes how it can be or is solved.

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What clue words indicate a problem/solution structure?

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problem, solution, resolution, dilemma

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What is the cause/effect text structure?

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

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What clue words indicate a cause/effect structure?

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as a result, because, when, if, then, consequently

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What is the chronological/sequence text structure?

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A text structure that tells the order in which events occur or steps in a process.

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What clue words indicate a chronological/sequence structure?

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first, next, then, last, year, dates

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What is the compare/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 clue words indicate a compare/contrast structure?

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on the other hand, similarly, like, unlike, however

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What is the description text structure?

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A text structure that provides details about a topic, including characteristics and examples.

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What clue words indicate a description structure?

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for example, in fact, for instance, most importantly