Text Structures and Features

Front

What is the text structure that provides steps in a procedure or events in chronological order?

Back

Sequence

Front

What text structure provides details or characteristics of a topic and paints a mental picture?

Back

Description

Front

What is the text structure that describes a problem and explains one or more solutions?

Back

Problem/Solution

Front

What type of visual representation is used to compare the size of two sharks?

Back

Diagram

Front

What is the term for a visual representation that shows a specific moment in time, like a picture of a shark?

Back

Photograph

Front

What text structure shows the relationship between two events where one causes the other?

Back

Cause/Effect

Front

What is the text structure that compares and contrasts two or more subjects?

Back

Compare/Contrast

Front

What is the purpose of using headings in a text?

Back

To organize content and indicate the main topics of sections.

Front

What type of text structure would you use to outline the steps to bake a cake?

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Sequence

Front

What is an example of a problem/solution text structure?

Back

A text that discusses pollution and suggests recycling as a solution.