Nonfiction Text Structures

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What are clue words that indicate cause and effect?

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consequently, as a result of, so, therefore

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What are clue words that indicate compare and contrast?

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similar, different, common, on the other hand

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What are clue words that indicate chronological order?

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first, next, finally, 8:30, after

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Which text structure uses words like SIMILAR, DIFFERENT, BOTH, COMMON, SHARE, UNLIKE?

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Compare and Contrast

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What text structure is used when the author explains why something happens?

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Cause and Effect

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What is a nonfiction text structure?

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A way to organize information in a nonfiction text to help readers understand the content.

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What is the purpose of a cause and effect text structure?

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To show the relationship between events, where one event causes another.

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What is the purpose of a compare and contrast text structure?

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To highlight similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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What is chronological order?

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The arrangement of events in the order they occur in time.

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What is a problem and solution text structure?

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A way to present a problem and discuss possible solutions.