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 and the overall message.

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What are signal words?

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Signal words are words or phrases that indicate the organization of a text and help readers understand how ideas are connected.

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What text structure uses signal words like 'both', 'alike', and 'different'?

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Comparison.

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What text structure is used to show the order of events?

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Chronological.

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What text structure explains why something happened or the effects of something?

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Cause and Effect.

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What text structure is used when finding similarities and differences in a text?

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Compare and Contrast.

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What are some examples of signal words for chronological text structure?

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First, next, then, later, and specific dates.

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What is the purpose of a problem and solution text structure?

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To present a problem and discuss one or more solutions.

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How can you identify a compare and contrast text structure?

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Look for signal words like 'similarly', 'on the other hand', and 'however'.

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What is an example of a cause and effect relationship?

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If it rains (cause), the ground gets wet (effect).