Text Structures

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What is a text structure?

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A text structure is the way a piece of writing is organized. It helps readers understand the relationships between ideas and information.

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What are the common types of text structures?

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Common types include cause and effect, problem and solution, chronological order, compare and contrast, and description.

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What signal words indicate a cause and effect structure?

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Signal words include 'because', 'as a result of', and 'due to'.

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What signal words indicate a problem and solution structure?

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Signal words include 'a problem is', 'solve', and 'solution'.

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What does chronological order mean in text structure?

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Chronological order means presenting information in the order that it happened.

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What is the purpose of using compare and contrast in writing?

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The purpose is to highlight similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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What is a description text structure?

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A description text structure provides detailed information about a topic, often using sensory details.

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How can recognizing text structures help readers?

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Recognizing text structures helps readers understand the main ideas and how they relate to each other.

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What is an example of a cause and effect relationship?

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An example is: 'The heavy rain caused the river to overflow, resulting in flooding in nearby areas.'

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What is an example of a problem and solution text?

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An example is: 'The city faced traffic congestion. To solve this, they implemented a new public transportation system.'