Text Structures Midterm

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What is the 'Compare and Contrast' text structure?

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A text structure that discusses similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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What are signal words for 'Compare and Contrast'?

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Signal words include 'similarly', 'on the other hand', 'but', and 'however'.

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What is the 'Problem and Solution' text structure?

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A text structure that presents a problem and offers one or more solutions.

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What are signal words for 'Problem and Solution'?

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Signal words include 'problem', 'solution', 'issue', and 'resolve'.

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What is the 'Sequence/Chronology' text structure?

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A text structure that presents events in the order they occur.

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What are signal words for 'Sequence'?

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Signal words include 'first', 'next', 'then', 'last', and 'after'.

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What is the 'Cause and Effect' text structure?

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A text structure that explains reasons why something happened and the results of that event.

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What are signal words for 'Cause and Effect'?

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Signal words include 'because', 'as a result', 'due to', and 'therefore'.

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What is the 'Description' text structure?

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A text structure that provides details about a topic, person, or event.

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What are signal words for 'Description'?

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Signal words include 'for example', 'such as', and 'to illustrate'.