Text Structure

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What is Text Structure?

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Text structure refers to the way information is organized in a text. It helps readers understand the relationships between ideas and the overall message.

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What are the main types of text structures?

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1. Cause and Effect 2. Compare and Contrast 3. Problem and Solution 4. Description 5. Time Order (Chronology)

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Define 'Cause and Effect' text structure.

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A text structure that explains the reasons something happens (cause) and the results of that event (effect).

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What are signal words for Cause and Effect?

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Signal words include: because, consequently, as a result, therefore.

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Define 'Compare and Contrast' text structure.

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A text structure that discusses similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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What are signal words for Compare and Contrast?

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Signal words include: similarly, on the other hand, however, in contrast.

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Define 'Problem and Solution' text structure.

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A text structure that presents a problem and discusses one or more solutions to that problem.

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What are signal words for Problem and Solution?

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Signal words include: problem, solution, therefore, to solve this.

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Define 'Description' text structure.

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A text structure that provides detailed information about a topic, often using sensory details.

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What are signal words for Description?

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Signal words include: for example, such as, to illustrate.