Text Structures

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What is the problem & solution text structure?

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A text structure that presents a problem and offers one or more solutions.

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Identify key phrases in problem & solution writing.

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Words/phrases like 'a problem is', 'solve', or 'solution'.

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What is the cause & effect text structure?

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A text structure that explains reasons why something happens and the results of those actions.

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Identify key phrases in cause & effect writing.

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Words/phrases like 'because', 'as a result of', and 'due to'.

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What is the sequence text structure?

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

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What is the description/spatial text structure?

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A text structure that provides details about a person, place, or thing, often using sensory details.

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Identify key phrases in description writing.

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Words/phrases that describe characteristics, such as 'the smell of', 'bright', or 'deep scrapes'.

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What is the 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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Identify key phrases in compare & contrast writing.

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Words/phrases like 'similarly', 'on the other hand', and 'however'.

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What is chronological text structure?

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A text structure that arranges events in the order they happened.