Text Structure Review

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What is text structure?

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Text structure refers to the way a text is organized, including how ideas are arranged and presented to the reader.

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Name the five common types of text structures.

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1. Sequence 2. Compare and Contrast 3. Cause and Effect 4. Problem and Solution 5. Description

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What is the sequence text structure?

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Sequence text structure presents information in a specific order or steps, often using words like 'first', 'next', and 'last'.

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What does compare and contrast text structure do?

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It highlights the similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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What are signal phrases for cause and effect?

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Signal phrases for cause and effect include 'due to', 'because of', 'as a result', and 'so'.

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What is the problem and solution text structure?

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This structure presents a problem and then discusses one or more solutions to that problem.

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What are signal phrases for problem and solution?

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Signal phrases include 'due to', 'answered by', 'solved', and 'issue'.

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What is a description text structure?

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Description text structure provides details about a topic, often using sensory language to create a vivid picture.

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How can you identify a sequence text structure in a text?

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Look for chronological order or steps in a process, often indicated by time-related words.

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What is the purpose of using compare and contrast text structure?

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To help readers understand the relationships between different subjects by examining their similarities and differences.