Text Structure 5th Grade

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What are the 5 different text structures?

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1. Cause/Effect 2. Compare/Contrast 3. Chronological Order 4. Problem/Solution 5. Description

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What does the cause/effect text structure explain?

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It explains what happened and why it happened.

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What is an example of chronological order?

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The princess was captured. Then the prince saved her. Finally, they lived happily ever after.

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What does the compare/contrast text structure describe?

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It describes how things are alike and different.

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What is the problem/solution text structure?

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It presents a problem and then offers one or more solutions.

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What is the purpose of a description text structure?

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To provide details about a person, place, thing, or idea.

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How can you identify a cause/effect text structure in a text?

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Look for words like 'because', 'therefore', 'as a result', or 'due to'.

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What signal words might indicate a chronological order structure?

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Signal words include 'first', 'next', 'then', 'finally', and 'after'.

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What is the main focus of a compare/contrast text structure?

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The main focus is 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 scientific process?

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Chronological order or cause/effect.