Text Structure Review

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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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Name the five common types of text structures.

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1. Sequence 2. Compare and Contrast 3. Cause and Effect 4. Problem and Solution 5. Description

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What is the purpose of a sequence text structure?

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The purpose of a sequence text structure is to present information in a specific order, often chronological, to show how events or steps occur.

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What words are commonly used in a cause and effect text structure?

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Common words include: due to, because of, as a result, so.

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What is a compare and contrast text structure?

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A compare and contrast text structure highlights the similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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What phrases indicate a problem and solution text structure?

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Phrases include: problem, solution, issue, resolve.

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How does a description text structure function?

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A description text structure provides details about a person, place, thing, or idea, often using sensory details.

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What is the main focus of a problem and solution text structure?

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The main focus is to identify a problem and propose one or more solutions.

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What type of graphic organizer is used for compare and contrast?

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A Venn diagram is commonly used to show similarities and differences.

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What is the sequence of events in a sequential text structure?

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The sequence of events is presented in the order they occur, often using transition words like first, next, and finally.