Text Structure

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What is a sequence in text structure?

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A sequence is a text structure that presents information in a specific order, often using a timeline with dates.

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What does compare and contrast mean in text structure?

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Compare and contrast is a text structure that highlights the similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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What is the purpose of a problem and solution text structure?

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The problem and solution text structure presents a problem and offers one or more solutions to that problem.

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What does descriptive text structure do?

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Descriptive text structure provides detailed information about a topic, often using sensory details to create a vivid picture.

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What is cause and effect in text structure?

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

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Give an example of a sequence text structure.

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An example of sequence is a recipe that lists the steps to make a cake in the order they should be done.

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How can you identify a compare and contrast text structure?

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You can identify a compare and contrast text structure by looking for words like 'similar', 'different', 'on the other hand', or 'however'.

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What type of text structure would you use to explain a scientific experiment?

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You would likely use a sequence text structure to explain the steps of a scientific experiment.

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What is an example of a problem and solution text structure in a story?

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In a story, a character facing a challenge (problem) and finding a way to overcome it (solution) is an example of problem and solution.

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What signal words might indicate a cause and effect text structure?

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Signal words for cause and effect include 'because', 'therefore', 'as a result', and 'due to'.