Text Structures

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What is Chronological Order?

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Chronological Order is a way of organizing information according to the time sequence in which events occur. Key words include: first, next, then, last.

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What is Problem & Solution?

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Problem & Solution is a text structure that presents a problem and then offers one or more solutions. Key words include: problem, solution, resolution.

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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. Key words include: for example, for instance, such as.

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What is Cause & Effect?

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Cause & Effect explains why something happens (the cause) and what happens as a result (the effect). Key words include: because, therefore, as a result.

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What is Compare & Contrast?

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Compare & Contrast is a text structure that highlights the similarities and differences between two or more subjects. Key words include: similar, different, on the other hand.

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Give an example of Chronological Order.

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An example of Chronological Order is a timeline of a person's life events, such as birth, graduation, and marriage.

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Give an example of Problem & Solution.

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An example of Problem & Solution is discussing the issue of pollution and suggesting recycling as a solution.

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Give an example of Descriptive Text Structure.

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An example of Descriptive Text Structure is describing a flower by detailing its color, size, and shape.

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Give an example of Cause & Effect.

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An example of Cause & Effect is stating that heavy rain (cause) leads to flooding (effect).

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Give an example of Compare & Contrast.

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An example of Compare & Contrast is discussing the differences between cats and dogs.