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 piece of writing.

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What are the main types of text structures?

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The main types of text structures are Description, Sequence/Chronology, Cause and Effect, Problem and Solution, and Compare and Contrast.

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What does 'Cause and Effect' mean in text structure?

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'Cause and Effect' explains why something happens (the cause) and what happens as a result (the effect).

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What is 'Compare and Contrast' in text structure?

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'Compare and Contrast' shows the similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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What does 'Description' mean in text structure?

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'Description' provides details about a topic, helping the reader visualize it.

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What is 'Sequence/Chronology' in text structure?

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'Sequence/Chronology' organizes information in the order it happens, often using time markers.

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What does 'Problem and Solution' mean in text structure?

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'Problem and Solution' presents a problem and then discusses one or more solutions.

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How can you identify 'Cause and Effect' in a passage?

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Look for words like 'because', 'therefore', or 'as a result' that indicate a cause and its effect.

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What signal words might indicate 'Compare and Contrast'?

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Signal words include 'similarly', 'on the other hand', 'but', and 'however'.

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What are some examples of 'Sequence/Chronology' signal words?

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Examples include 'first', 'next', 'then', 'finally', and 'before'.