Text Structure Practice

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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.

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What are the common types of text structures?

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Common types include description, sequence, cause and effect, problem and solution, and compare and contrast.

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What does 'description' text structure do?

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It provides details about a topic, including characteristics, features, and examples.

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What is 'sequence' text structure?

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Sequence text structure presents information in a specific order, often showing steps or stages.

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What is 'cause and effect' text structure?

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This structure explains why something happens (cause) and what happens as a result (effect).

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What is 'problem and solution' text structure?

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It describes an issue and offers one or more solutions to that problem.

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What does 'compare and contrast' text structure do?

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It highlights similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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What are clue words for 'problem and solution'?

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Clue words include 'problem', 'solution', 'issue', and 'resolve'.

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What are clue words for 'compare and contrast'?

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Clue words include 'similar', 'different', 'on the other hand', and 'both'.

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What is a graphic organizer?

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A graphic organizer is a visual tool that helps organize information and ideas, often used to illustrate text structures.