Text Structure Review

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What is text structure?

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Text structure refers to the way a text is organized, including how ideas are arranged and presented to the reader.

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What are the five main types of text structures?

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1. Sequence 2. Compare and Contrast 3. Cause and Effect 4. Problem and Solution 5. Description

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What is the sequence text structure?

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Sequence text structure presents information in a specific order or steps, often used in instructions or timelines.

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What is compare and contrast text structure?

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Compare and contrast text structure highlights similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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What is cause and effect text structure?

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

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What is problem and solution text structure?

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Problem and solution text structure identifies a problem and proposes one or more solutions.

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What is description text structure?

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Description text structure provides detailed information about a subject, often using sensory details.

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What signal phrases are used in compare and contrast?

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Signal phrases for compare and contrast include 'like', 'unlike', 'both', and 'on the other hand'.

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What signal phrases are used in cause and effect?

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Signal phrases for cause and effect include 'due to', 'because of', 'as a result', and 'so'.

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What signal phrases are used in problem and solution?

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Signal phrases for problem and solution include 'the problem is', 'one solution is', and 'to solve this'.