Non-Fiction Text Structures

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What is a Problem-Solution text structure?

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

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What are some key words that indicate a Problem-Solution structure?

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problem, solved, issue.

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What is a 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 some key words that indicate a Cause and Effect structure?

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due to, resulting in, because.

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What is a 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 some key words that indicate a Compare and Contrast structure?

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similar, just like, different.

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What is a Description text structure?

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A text structure that provides details about a topic, including characteristics and features.

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What is a Sequence text structure?

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A text structure that presents information in a specific order or steps.

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The central point or message that the author wants to convey.

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How can you identify the main idea in a Problem-Solution text?

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Look for the problem presented and the solution that follows.