Text Structures and Conjunctions

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What is a cause and effect sentence?

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A cause and effect sentence explains how one event (the cause) leads to another event (the effect). Example: 'I went to the park because it was sunny.'

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What is a subordinating conjunction?

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A subordinating conjunction is a word that connects a dependent clause to an independent clause. Example: 'because' in 'I stayed home because it was raining.'

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What does a sequence text structure help you understand?

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A sequence text structure helps you understand the steps in a process or the order of events.

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses that are similar or equal. Example: 'but' in 'I wanted to go, but it was too late.'

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What does the text structure cause and effect show?

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The cause and effect text structure shows how two things are related and how one causes the other.

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What is an example of a coordinating conjunction?

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An example of a coordinating conjunction is 'and', as in 'I like apples and oranges.'

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What is the purpose of using conjunctions in sentences?

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Conjunctions are used to connect words, phrases, or clauses, helping to create complex and meaningful sentences.

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What is an example of a cause in a cause and effect relationship?

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An example of a cause is 'It started to rain,' which can lead to the effect 'We stayed indoors.'

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What is an example of a subordinating conjunction in a sentence?

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An example of a subordinating conjunction in a sentence is 'although' in 'Although it was cold, we went outside.'

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What does a compare and contrast text structure help you understand?

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A compare and contrast text structure helps you understand how two or more things are similar and different.