Text Structure

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What is Text Structure?

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

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What is Problem-Solution text structure?

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Problem-Solution text structure presents a problem and then offers one or more solutions to that problem.

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Give an example of Problem-Solution text structure.

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Example: "My baby brother always messes up my Lego projects. To solve this, I moved all of my legos into my bedroom and keep the door closed."

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What is Sequence text structure?

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Sequence text structure organizes information in a specific order, often showing steps or events in chronological order.

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Give an example of Sequence text structure.

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Example: "First, we put the fishing rods by the door. Next, we dig up some worms for bait. Then, we grab our tackle box. Finally, we're ready to go!"

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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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Give an example of Compare and Contrast text structure.

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Example: "Porpoises and dolphins are fascinating and beautiful sea creatures. Both porpoises and dolphins have teeth. However, porpoise teeth are shaped differently than dolphin teeth."

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What is Cause and Effect text structure?

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Cause and Effect text structure explains reasons why something happens (the cause) and the results of that action (the effect).

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Give an example of Cause and Effect text structure.

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Example: "On a rainy day, when the Sun comes through the clouds look up. You might see a rainbow since rainbows are made when sunlight hits drops of water in the air."

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What are the four main types of text structures?

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The four main types of text structures are: 1. Problem-Solution 2. Sequence 3. Compare and Contrast 4. Cause and Effect.