RI5&6 - Text Structure & Author's Purpose

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What is text structure?

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Text structure refers to the way information is organized in a text. Common structures include description, sequence, cause and effect, and compare and contrast.

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What is the author's purpose?

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The author's purpose is the reason why the author writes a text. It can be to inform, entertain, persuade, or explain.

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What does 'description' mean in text structure?

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Description is a text structure that provides details about a topic, including characteristics, examples, and explanations.

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What is 'compare and contrast' in text structure?

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Compare and contrast is a text structure that discusses similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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What is 'cause and effect' in text structure?

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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 is 'sequence' in text structure?

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Sequence is a text structure that presents information in a specific order, often chronological.

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What is a supporting detail?

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A supporting detail is a piece of information that helps to explain, clarify, or provide evidence for the main idea.

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What is the difference between 'inform' and 'persuade' as an author's purpose?

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To inform means to provide information or facts, while to persuade means to convince the reader to adopt a certain viewpoint or take action.

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What is an example of a text that uses 'description' as its structure?

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A nature article describing the features of a specific animal, including its habitat, diet, and behavior.

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What is an example of a text that uses 'compare and contrast' as its structure?

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An essay comparing the climates of hot and cold deserts, highlighting their similarities and differences.