5th Grade - Text Structure

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What is chronological or sequence text structure?

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Chronological or sequence text structure organizes information in the order it happens, often using time-related words like 'first', 'next', and 'finally'.

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What is cause and effect text structure?

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Cause and effect text structure explains why something happens (the cause) and what happens as a result (the effect). It often uses words like 'because', 'therefore', and 'as a result'.

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What is descriptive text structure?

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Descriptive text structure provides details about a person, place, thing, or idea, often using sensory details to create a vivid picture.

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What is compare and contrast text structure?

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Compare and contrast text structure highlights the similarities and differences between two or more subjects, often using words like 'similarly', 'on the other hand', and 'however'.

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What is problem and solution text structure?

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

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Give an example of chronological text structure.

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An example is a recipe that lists steps in the order they should be completed.

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Give an example of cause and effect text structure.

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An example is explaining how skipping school (cause) can lead to lower grades (effect).

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Give an example of descriptive text structure.

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An example is a paragraph describing a beach, including details about the sand, water, and sun.

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Give an example of compare and contrast text structure.

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An example is comparing apples and oranges, discussing their taste, texture, and nutritional value.

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Give an example of problem and solution text structure.

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An example is discussing pollution as a problem and recycling as a solution.