Text Structure Vocabulary Test

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What is chronological order/sequence?

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A text structure that presents events in the order they occur, often using time-related words like first, next, and last.

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What are clue words for chronological order/sequence?

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during, while, first, next, last, before, after, dates, years

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What is a description text structure?

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A text structure that provides details about a person, place, thing, or idea, often using adjectives and examples.

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What are clue words for description?

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for example, such as, adjectives, details

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What is cause and effect text structure?

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A text structure that explains reasons why something happened and the results of that event.

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What are clue words for cause and effect?

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causes, as a result, because, consequently, this is why, so

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What is problem and solution text structure?

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

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What is compare and contrast text structure?

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A text structure that discusses similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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What are clue words for compare and contrast?

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like, unlike, similarly, on the other hand, also, both, however

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What is the purpose of using text structures?

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To help readers understand the organization of information and the relationships between ideas.