Text Structure Review

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What is the description text structure?

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The author describes a topic by listing characteristics, features, attributes, and examples.

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What is the cause and effect text structure?

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The author shows how one thing leads to another. 

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What is the problem/solution text structure?

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The author presents a problem and one or more possible solutions. 

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What is the chronological/sequence text structure?

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When the author uses the order of events or chronology to inform the reader about the events or content

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What is the compare and contrast text structure?

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When the author explains how two or more elements are alike and how they are different. 

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What is the purpose of the problem/solution text structure?

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present a concerning issue and share something that was, can be, or should be done to remedy this issue.

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What is the purpose of the description text structure?

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The main purpose is to inform the reader about a specific topic.

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What is the purpose of the compare and contrast text structure?

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The purpose is to explore the relationship between the elements.

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What is the purpose of the cause and effect text structure?

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The purpose is to create relationships between events and ideas.

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How could chronological text structure be organized?

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In lists, series of steps, or by time/date.