Main Idea and Text Structure

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What are clue words that indicate compare and contrast?

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similar, different, common, on the other hand

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What type of writing uses words/phrases like: because, as a result of, and due to?

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cause & effect

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What type of writing considers similarities and differences?

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compare & contrast

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What type of writing includes chronological order?

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order & sequence

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Why is text structure important?

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It reveals the author's purpose for writing the text.

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What is the definition of 'main idea'?

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The main idea is the central point or concept that the author wants to convey in a text.

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What is 'text structure'?

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Text structure refers to how information is organized in a text, such as cause & effect, compare & contrast, or chronological order.

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What are some examples of cause & effect signal words?

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because, as a result, due to, therefore

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What does 'order & sequence' mean in writing?

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Order & sequence refers to the arrangement of events or steps in the order they occur.

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What is a 'problem & solution' text structure?

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