Text Structure Flashcard

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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 are the common types of text structures?

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Common types include: 1. Cause and Effect 2. Problem and Solution 3. Compare and Contrast 4. Sequence/Chronological 5. Description.

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What is Cause and Effect text structure?

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Cause and Effect structure shows how one event (the cause) leads to another event (the effect). For example, 'The rain caused the ground to be wet.'

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What is Problem and Solution text structure?

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Problem and Solution structure presents an issue and offers one or more solutions. For example, 'The problem of pollution can be solved by using bicycles instead of cars.'

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What is Compare and Contrast text structure?

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Compare and Contrast structure highlights similarities and differences between two or more subjects. For example, 'Cats and dogs are both pets, but they have different needs.'

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What is Sequence/Chronological text structure?

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Sequence/Chronological structure organizes information in the order it happens, like a timeline. For example, 'First, I woke up. Then, I had breakfast.'

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What is Description text structure?

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Description structure provides details about a topic, often using adjectives and sensory details. For example, 'The Grand Canyon is vast and colorful, with steep cliffs and a winding river.'

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How can understanding text structure help readers?

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Understanding text structure helps readers identify the main ideas, make connections, and improve comprehension.

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What is an example of Cause and Effect in everyday life?

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An example is: 'If you water a plant (cause), it will grow (effect).'

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What is an example of Problem and Solution in a story?

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An example is: 'The town had a problem with litter. The solution was to organize a community clean-up day.'