TeXt StRuCtUrE

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What is Text Structure?

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Text structure refers to how information is organized in a text. It helps readers understand the relationships between ideas.

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What are the common types of text structures?

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Common types include description, sequence, cause and effect, problem and solution, and compare and contrast.

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What does 'description' mean in text structure?

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Description provides details about a topic, including characteristics, examples, and attributes.

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What is 'sequence' in text structure?

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Sequence is the order in which events or steps occur, often using clue words like 'first', 'next', and 'finally'.

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What does 'cause and effect' mean?

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Cause and effect shows the relationship between events, where one event (the cause) leads to another event (the effect).

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What is 'compare and contrast'?

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

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What are clue words for sequence?

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Clue words for sequence include 'first', 'next', 'then', 'finally', and 'after'.

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What are clue words for cause and effect?

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Clue words for cause and effect include 'because', 'as a result', 'therefore', and 'due to'.

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What is a 'problem and solution' text structure?

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Problem and solution presents a challenge or issue and discusses ways to solve it.

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How can you identify a description text structure?

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Look for details, examples, and characteristics that explain a topic.