Text Structures Flashcard

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What is a text structure?

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A text structure is the way information is organized in a text. It helps readers understand the relationships between ideas.

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What are signal words?

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Signal words are words or phrases that indicate the type of text structure being used, helping readers identify how information is organized.

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What text structure uses signal words like 'for example' and 'for instance'?

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Description.

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What text structure uses signal words like 'in comparison' and 'similar to'?

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Compare and contrast.

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What text structure uses signal words like 'now', 'before', and 'next'?

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Sequence.

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What text structure uses signal words like 'because' and 'as a result'?

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Cause and effect.

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What text structure would you use to describe the features of a whale?

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Description.

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What is the purpose of using compare and contrast text structure?

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To highlight similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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What type of text structure would you use to explain a process step-by-step?

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Sequence.

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What is the main focus of a problem and solution text structure?

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To present a problem and discuss possible solutions.