Benchmark Review

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What is text structure?

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Text structure refers to how information is organized in a text. Common structures include sequence, cause/effect, problem/solution, and compare/contrast.

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What is a sequence in text structure?

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A sequence is a text structure that presents events or steps in the order they occur.

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What is cause/effect in text structure?

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

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What is problem/solution in text structure?

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Problem/solution is a text structure that presents a problem and then offers one or more solutions.

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The main idea is the central point or message that the author wants to convey in a text.

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What are context clues?

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Context clues are hints or information within a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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What does the word 'initial' mean?

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Initial means 'first' or 'occurring at the beginning'.

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What is a connoisseur?

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A connoisseur is a person who has expert knowledge and keen discrimination in a particular area, especially in the arts or food.

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What is an example of a sequence in a basketball game?

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An example of a sequence in a basketball game is: dribble, pass, shoot.

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How can you identify the main idea of a paragraph?

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You can identify the main idea by looking for the topic sentence or the sentence that summarizes the key point.