Text structures

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What is a text structure?

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A text structure is the way information is organized in a text. It helps readers understand the content better.

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What type of text structure describes events in order?

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Sequential or Chronological.

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What is a description text structure?

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A description text structure provides details about a person, place, thing, or idea.

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What is a cause and effect text structure?

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A cause and effect text structure explains why something happened (the cause) and what happened as a result (the effect).

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What is a problem and solution text structure?

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A problem and solution text structure presents a problem and then discusses one or more solutions.

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What signal words indicate a sequential text structure?

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Signal words include First, Next, Then, Finally.

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What is an example of a description text structure?

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An example is describing a coral snake by its colors and size.

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What is the purpose of using text structures?

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Text structures help readers organize information and understand the main ideas.

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What type of text structure is used in recipes?

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Sequential, as they list steps in the order they should be done.

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What are some examples of cause and effect relationships?

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Examples include: 'It rained (cause), so the ground is wet (effect).'