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 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. Compare and Contrast 2. Sequence 3. Cause and Effect 4. Problem and Solution 5. Description.

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What does 'Compare and Contrast' mean?

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Compare and contrast is a text structure that discusses similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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What is 'Sequence' in text structure?

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Sequence is a text structure that presents information in a specific order or steps, often using time-related words.

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What does 'Cause and Effect' refer to?

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

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What is 'Problem and Solution' text structure?

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Problem and solution is a text structure that identifies a problem and proposes one or more solutions.

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What is a 'Description' text structure?

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

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Give an example of 'Compare and Contrast'.

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An example of compare and contrast is discussing the differences between cats and dogs, such as their behavior and care needs.

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What signal words indicate 'Sequence'?

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Signal words for sequence include first, next, then, after that, and finally.

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What are some signal words for 'Cause and Effect'?

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Signal words for cause and effect include because, therefore, as a result, and consequently.