Informational Text

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What is an informational text?

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An informational text is a type of writing that provides factual information about a specific topic.

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What does 'order & sequence' mean in text structure?

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Order & sequence refers to the arrangement of events or steps in the order they happen.

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What is a 'problem & solution' text structure?

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A problem & solution text structure describes an issue and offers one or more ways to solve it.

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What does 'compare & contrast' mean?

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Compare & contrast is a text structure that shows how two or more things are alike and different.

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Why is it important to understand text structures?

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Understanding text structures helps readers comprehend the author's message and the organization of the text.

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What is a 'cause & effect' text structure?

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

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Give an example of 'order & sequence'.

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A recipe is an example of order & sequence, as it lists the steps to follow in a specific order.

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What is the purpose of descriptive text?

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Descriptive text aims to provide details about a person, place, thing, or idea to create a vivid picture in the reader's mind.

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What type of text structure would you use to explain how to solve a math problem?

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You would use a problem & solution text structure.

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The main idea is the central point or message that the author wants to convey to the reader.