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 nonfiction texts?

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Nonfiction texts are written works that provide factual information and are based on real events, people, or concepts.

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What does chronological order mean?

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Chronological order is a text structure that presents events in the order they occur, often using time-related words.

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What are clue words for chronological order?

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Clue words include first, next, finally, after, and specific times like 8:30.

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What is the problem and solution text structure?

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This structure presents a problem and discusses one or more solutions to that problem.

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What are clue words for problem and solution?

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Clue words include problem is, solve, solution, and challenge.

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What is compare and contrast text structure?

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This structure highlights the similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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What are clue words for compare and contrast?

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Clue words include similar, different, alike, and on the other hand.

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What is cause and effect text structure?

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This structure explains reasons why something happened (cause) and the results of that event (effect).

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What are clue words for cause and effect?

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Clue words include because, as a result, due to, and consequently.