Text Structure

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What is 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.

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What does 'compare and contrast' mean?

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

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What are some signal words for 'compare and contrast'?

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Signal words include 'similarly', 'on the other hand', 'but', and 'however'.

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What is 'cause and effect'?

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

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What are some signal words for 'cause and effect'?

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

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What is 'problem and solution'?

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Problem and solution is a text structure that presents a problem and discusses one or more solutions.

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What are some signal words for 'problem and solution'?

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Signal words include 'problem is', 'solution', 'to solve', and 'resolved'.

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What is 'sequence' in text structure?

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Sequence is a text structure that presents information in a specific order, often chronological.

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What are some signal words for 'sequence'?

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Signal words include 'first', 'next', 'then', 'after that', and 'finally'.

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What is 'description' in text structure?

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Description is a text structure that provides details about a person, place, thing, or idea.