Text Structure Vocabulary

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What is descriptive text structure?

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Descriptive text structure provides details about a person, place, thing, or idea, helping the reader visualize it.

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What is problem/solution text structure?

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Problem/solution text structure presents a problem and explains one or more solutions to that problem.

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What is order/sequence text structure?

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Order/sequence text structure organizes information in a specific order, often used for instructions or timelines.

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What is compare/contrast text structure?

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

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What is cause/effect text structure?

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

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Example of descriptive text structure:

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The garden was filled with vibrant flowers, tall trees, and a sparkling pond.

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Example of problem/solution text structure:

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The city faced heavy traffic. To solve this, they built more bike lanes.

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Example of order/sequence text structure:

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First, gather your materials. Next, mix the ingredients. Finally, bake for 30 minutes.

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Example of compare/contrast text structure:

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Cats and dogs are both popular pets, but cats are more independent while dogs require more attention.

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Example of cause/effect text structure:

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The heavy rain caused the river to overflow, leading to flooding in the nearby areas.