Nonfiction Text Structure

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What is the definition of 'cause and effect'?

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A text structure that explains how one event (the cause) leads to another event (the effect).

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Give an example of 'cause and effect'.

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If it rains (cause), the ground gets wet (effect).

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What is the definition of 'compare and contrast'?

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A text structure that discusses the similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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Give an example of 'compare and contrast'.

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Comparing apples and oranges: both are fruits, but apples are sweet and oranges are citrus.

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What is the definition of 'chronological order'?

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A text structure that presents events in the order they occurred in time.

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Give an example of 'chronological order'.

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A timeline of a person's life: Birth, School, Job, Retirement.

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What is the definition of 'problem-solution'?

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A text structure that presents a problem and then discusses one or more solutions.

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Give an example of 'problem-solution'.

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Problem: Pollution in rivers. Solution: Implementing recycling programs.

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What is the definition of 'description'?

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A text structure that provides detailed information about a topic, including characteristics and features.

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Give an example of 'description'.

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Describing a dog: A dog is a furry animal with four legs, a tail, and often barks.