Text Structures

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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 is Compare and Contrast text structure?

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Compare and Contrast text structure describes the similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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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 possible ways to fix it.

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What is Sequence or Chronological Order text structure?

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Sequence or Chronological Order text structure tells the order of events or steps in a process.

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What is Cause and Effect text structure?

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

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Example of Compare and Contrast text structure?

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Explaining how basketballs and volleyballs are both used in sports but are made of very different materials.

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Example of Problem and Solution text structure?

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In many countries, people lack clean water. The Water Project digs wells to provide clean water.

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Example of Sequence or Chronological Order text structure?

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A timeline of events in a historical event, listing dates and what happened.

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Example of Cause and Effect text structure?

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If it rains heavily (cause), the river may overflow (effect).

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What does a Compare and Contrast text structure help readers do?

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It helps readers understand how two or more subjects are alike and different.