Nonfiction Text Structures

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What is a nonfiction text structure?

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A nonfiction text structure is the way information is organized in a text. It helps readers understand the content better.

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What is 'Compare and Contrast'?

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Compare and Contrast is a text structure that shows how two or more things are similar and different.

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What is 'Cause and Effect'?

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Cause and Effect is a text structure that explains why something happens (the cause) and what happens as a result (the effect).

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What is 'Description' in nonfiction texts?

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Description is a text structure that provides details about a person, place, thing, or idea.

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What is 'Problem and Solution'?

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Problem and Solution is a text structure that presents a problem and discusses one or more solutions.

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What is 'Sequence'?

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Sequence is a text structure that shows events in the order they happen.

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Give an example of Compare and Contrast.

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An example of Compare and Contrast is discussing the differences and similarities between cats and dogs.

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Give an example of Cause and Effect.

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An example of Cause and Effect is explaining how heavy rain (cause) can lead to flooding (effect).

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Give an example of Description.

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An example of Description is detailing the features of a butterfly, such as its colors and wing patterns.

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Give an example of Problem and Solution.

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An example of Problem and Solution is discussing air pollution (problem) and how planting trees can help (solution).

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