Text Structures

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What is a text structure?

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Text structure refers to the way information is organized in a text. It helps readers understand the relationships between ideas and the flow of information.

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What are the main types of text structures?

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The main types of text structures include: 1. Sequence 2. Cause and Effect 3. Compare and Contrast 4. Problem and Solution 5. Descriptive/Spatial.

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Define 'Sequence' in text structure.

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Sequence is a text structure that presents information in a specific order, often using clue words like 'first', 'next', and 'finally'.

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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 reasons why something happened (cause) and the results of that action (effect).

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Identify clue words for 'Cause and Effect'.

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Clue words for Cause and Effect include: because, as a result, due to, and therefore.

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What does 'Descriptive/Spatial' text structure mean?

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Descriptive/Spatial text structure provides details about a topic, often describing its characteristics or layout.

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Give an example of a text that uses 'Compare and Contrast'.

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A text that discusses the similarities and differences between cats and dogs is an example of Compare and Contrast.

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What are clue words for 'Compare and Contrast'?

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Clue words for Compare and Contrast include: similar, different, alike, and on the other hand.

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What is the purpose of transitional words in writing?

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Transitional words help connect ideas and paragraphs, making the writing flow smoothly and enhancing clarity.

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Define 'Problem and Solution' text structure.

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