Text Structure

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What is text structure?

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Text structure refers to the way information is organized in a text. It helps readers understand the content and the relationships between ideas.

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What are the main types of text structures?

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The main types of text structures include: 1. Sequence 2. Cause and Effect 3. Compare and Contrast 4. Description 5. Problem and Solution.

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What is a sequence text structure?

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Sequence text structure presents information in a specific order or steps, often used in instructions or timelines.

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What are clue words for sequence?

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Clue words for sequence include: first, next, then, later, finally.

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What is a cause and effect text structure?

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Cause and effect text structure explains why something happened (the cause) and what happened as a result (the effect).

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What are clue words for cause and effect?

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Clue words for cause and effect include: because, therefore, as a result, due to.

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What is a compare and contrast text structure?

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Compare and contrast text structure highlights the similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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What are clue words for compare and contrast?

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Clue words for compare and contrast include: similar, different, on the other hand, both, however.

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What is a description text structure?

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

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What are clue words for description?

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Clue words for description include: for example, such as, to illustrate, in addition.