Text Structure

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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 and the overall message.

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What are the four main types of text structures?

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1. Chronological 2. Cause and Effect 3. Compare and Contrast 4. Problem and Solution

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What signal words indicate a chronological text structure?

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Signal words include: first, second, next, then, finally.

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What does a Cause and Effect text structure explain?

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It explains what happened (the cause) and why it happened (the effect).

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What are some signal words for Cause and Effect?

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Signal words include: because, therefore, as a result, due to.

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What is Compare and Contrast text structure?

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It shows how two or more things are similar and different.

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What signal words indicate a Compare and Contrast text structure?

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Signal words include: similar, alike, on the other hand, however.

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What is a Problem and Solution text structure?

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It presents a problem and discusses one or more solutions.

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What are some signal words for Problem and Solution?

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Signal words include: problem, solution, issue, resolve.

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How can you identify a Description text structure?

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It provides details about a topic, often using adjectives and sensory details.