Info Text Structures

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What is the text structure that tells about events in time order?

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Chronological Order/ Sequence

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What text structure is used to highlight similarities and differences between two subjects?

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Compare and Contrast

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What text structure explains the reasons why something happens and the results of that action?

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Cause and Effect

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What are some clue words that indicate cause and effect?

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consequently, as a result of, so therefore

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What text structure would you expect in a text titled 'Sunburn? Ways to Ease the Pain'?

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Problem and Solution

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What is a descriptive text structure?

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A structure that provides details about a topic, including characteristics, features, and examples.

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What is the purpose of using chronological order in a text?

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To present events in the order they occurred, helping readers understand the sequence of actions.

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What is the difference between cause and effect and problem and solution text structures?

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Cause and effect explains why something happens and its results, while problem and solution identifies a problem and offers ways to solve it.

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What are some common clue words for chronological order?

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next, then, later, after, last

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How can you identify a compare and contrast text structure?

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Look for words that signal comparison (similar, alike) or contrast (different, however).