Text structures

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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 does 'Compare and Contrast' mean?

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Compare and Contrast is a text structure that shows how two or more things are alike and different.

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What is an example of Compare and Contrast?

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An example is comparing apples and oranges by discussing their similarities (both are fruits) and differences (apples are usually red or green, while oranges are orange).

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What is a 'Description' text structure?

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

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What is an example of a Description text structure?

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An example is describing a beach: 'The beach has soft, white sand, clear blue water, and tall palm trees swaying in the breeze.'

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What does 'Cause and Effect' mean?

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

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What is an example of Cause and Effect?

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An example is: 'It rained heavily (cause), so the streets flooded (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 then discusses one or more solutions to that problem.

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What is an example of Problem and Solution?

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An example is: 'The city had too much traffic (problem), so they built a new subway system (solution).'

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What is 'Chronological' text structure?

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Chronological text structure organizes information in the order it happens, often using time markers.