Text Structures

Text structure refers to the way information is organized in a text. It helps readers understand the relationships between ideas and the overall message.

1. Descriptive 2. Problem/Solution 3. Cause/Effect 4. Chronological 5. Compare/Contrast

A Problem/Solution text structure presents a problem and then discusses one or more solutions to that problem.

Example: "Teenagers face stress from schoolwork. One solution is to create a study schedule to manage time better."

A Cause/Effect text structure explains why something happens (the cause) and the results of that event (the effect).

Example: "Hunting led to the decline of the Northern White Rhinoceros population, resulting in its endangered status."

A Compare/Contrast text structure highlights the similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

Example: "Sea otters have denser fur than dogs, which helps them stay warm in cold water."

A Chronological text structure organizes information in the order that events occur, often using time markers.

Example: "First, the sun rises. Next, it reaches its peak at noon. Finally, it sets in the evening."