5th Grade - Text Structure

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What is Text Structure?

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Text structure refers to how information is organized in a text. It helps readers understand the relationships between ideas and the overall message.

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What are the main types of text structures?

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

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What is a Descriptive text structure?

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A descriptive text structure provides details about a person, place, thing, or idea, often using sensory details to create a vivid picture.

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What is a Chronological or Sequence text structure?

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A chronological or sequence text structure presents events in the order they occur, often using time-related words.

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What is a Compare and Contrast text structure?

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A compare and contrast text structure discusses the similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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What is a Cause and Effect text structure?

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

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What is a Problem and Solution text structure?

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A problem and solution text structure presents a problem and discusses one or more solutions to that problem.

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Example of Cause and Effect:

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"Students who are frequently absent often have lower grades because they miss important lessons."

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Example of Problem and Solution:

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"The problem of pollution can be addressed by reducing waste and using cleaner energy sources."

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Example of Compare and Contrast:

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"Strawberry ice cream contains fruit pieces, while chocolate ice cream does not, yet both are delicious."