Text Structures

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What is a text structure?

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A text structure is the way information is organized in a text. It helps readers understand the relationships between ideas.

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What are the key words associated with 'Compare and Contrast'?

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Both, also, just as, alike, unlike, compared to, similar to.

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What text structure uses the key words 'Because', 'So', and 'As a result'?

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Cause and Effect.

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What is the purpose of the 'Sequence' text structure?

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To show the order of events or steps in a process.

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What are the key words associated with 'Sequence'?

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During, first/second, meanwhile, before, after, following, initially, lastly.

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What text structure uses the key words 'Problem', 'Solve', and 'Solution'?

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Problem and Solution.

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What is the main focus of the 'Description' text structure?

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To provide details about a person, place, thing, or idea.

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What are the key words associated with 'Cause and Effect'?

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Because, so, causes, therefore, as a result, since, impact, effects of.

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What type of graphic organizer is typically used for 'Description'?

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A descriptive graphic organizer, such as a web or a list.

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What is the 'Problem and Solution' text structure used for?

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To present a problem and discuss one or more solutions.