Text Structure

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What is Text Structure?

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

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What are clue words for Chronological Order?

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Clue words for chronological order include: first, next, finally, after, and 8:30.

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What does Compare and Contrast mean?

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Compare and contrast means to look at the similarities and differences between two or more things.

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What is Problem and Solution text structure?

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

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What is Cause and Effect?

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Cause and effect explains how one event (the cause) leads to another event (the effect).

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Give an example of Chronological Order.

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An example of chronological order is: First, I woke up. Next, I had breakfast. Finally, I went to school.

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What type of text structure is used in the sentence: 'After trick or treating, Billy stayed up late eating his whole bag of candy.'?

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This sentence uses cause and effect text structure.

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What is the purpose of using Compare and Contrast in writing?

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The purpose is to help readers understand the similarities and differences between two subjects.

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What are some examples of Cause and Effect clue words?

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Examples of cause and effect clue words include: because, as a result, and therefore.

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What is the main focus of Problem and Solution text structure?

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The main focus is to identify a problem and discuss possible solutions.