Text Structure Vocabulary

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What is the problem/solution text structure?

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A text structure that presents a problem and describes how it can be or is solved.

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What is the cause/effect text structure?

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A text structure that explains what happened and why it happened.

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What clue words indicate a problem/solution structure?

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problem, solution, resolution, dilemma.

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What clue words indicate a description structure?

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for example, in fact, for instance, most importantly.

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What clue words indicate a cause/effect structure?

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as a result, because, when, if, then, consequently.

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What is chronological/sequence text structure?

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A text structure that presents events in the order they occur.

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What clue words indicate chronological/sequence structure?

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first, next, then, last, year, dates.

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What is compare/contrast text structure?

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

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What clue words indicate compare/contrast structure?

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on the other hand, similarly, like, unlike, however.

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What is the purpose of using text structures in writing?

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To organize information clearly and help readers understand the content better.