Understanding Informational Text Structures

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What is a chronological text structure?

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A chronological text structure presents information in the order that events occur, from beginning to end.

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What is a descriptive text structure?

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A descriptive text structure provides detailed information about a person, place, thing, or idea, often using sensory details.

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What does cause and effect text structure explain?

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Cause and effect text structure explains how one event (the cause) leads to another event (the effect).

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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.

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What is a problem and solution text structure?

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A 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 timeline of the American Revolution, detailing events in the order they happened.

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Give an example of descriptive text structure.

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An example is a passage that describes the Grand Canyon's colors, size, and geological features.

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Give an example of cause and effect text structure.

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An example is an article explaining how lack of sleep can lead to poor academic performance.

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Give an example of compare and contrast text structure.

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An example is an essay comparing the leadership styles of two historical figures.

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Give an example of problem and solution text structure.

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An example is an article discussing the issue of plastic pollution and proposing recycling as a solution.