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. Cause and Effect 3. Problem and Solution 4. Sequence 5. Description.

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What does 'Compare and Contrast' mean?

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

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What are clue words for Compare and Contrast?

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Clue words include: similar, different, common, on the other hand.

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What is Cause and Effect?

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

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What are clue words for Cause and Effect?

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Clue words include: because, therefore, as a result, due to.

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What is a Sequence text structure?

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Sequence is a text structure that presents information in a specific order or steps.

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What are clue words for Sequence?

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Clue words include: first, next, then, finally.

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What is a Problem and Solution text structure?

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Problem and Solution is a text structure that presents a problem and discusses one or more solutions.

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What are clue words for Problem and Solution?

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Clue words include: problem, solution, issue, challenge.