Text Structure- 5th Grade

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What is chronological text structure?

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Chronological text structure organizes information in the order it happens, from first to last.

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What does compare and contrast mean in text structure?

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Compare and contrast text structure shows how two or more things are similar and different.

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What is cause and effect in text structure?

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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 description text structure?

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

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What is the main idea in a text?

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The main idea is the most important point or concept that the text is trying to convey.

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What is a problem and solution text structure?

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

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How can you identify chronological text structure in a paragraph?

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Look for signal words like 'first', 'next', 'then', and 'finally' that indicate the order of events.

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What are signal words for compare and contrast?

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Signal words include 'similarly', 'on the other hand', 'but', and 'however'.

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What are some examples of cause and effect signal words?

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Examples include 'because', 'therefore', 'as a result', and 'due to'.

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What is the purpose of using description in a text?

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The purpose is to create a vivid picture in the reader's mind by providing detailed information.