Nonfiction Text Structures

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What is a sequence in nonfiction text structures?

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A sequence is a text structure that presents information in a specific order or steps, showing how things happen one after another.

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What does 'compare and contrast' mean in nonfiction text structures?

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Compare and contrast is a text structure that highlights the similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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What is a description in nonfiction text structures?

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A description is a text structure that provides details about a person, place, thing, or idea, often using adjectives and examples.

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What is the purpose of a problem and solution text structure?

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The problem and solution text structure presents a problem and then explains one or more solutions to that problem.

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What does 'cause and effect' mean in nonfiction text structures?

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Cause and effect is a text structure that explains what happened as a result of an event or action.

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Give an example of a sequence text structure.

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An example of a sequence is the steps to bake a cake: 1. Gather ingredients, 2. Mix ingredients, 3. Bake in the oven, 4. Let cool, 5. Frost the cake.

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What type of text structure would you use to explain how two animals are similar and different?

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You would use the compare and contrast text structure.

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What is an example of a description text structure?

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An example of a description is a paragraph that describes a beach, mentioning the sand, water, sun, and activities.

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How can you identify a problem and solution text structure in a text?

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You can identify it by looking for a statement of a problem followed by one or more solutions.

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The main idea is the central point or message that the author wants to convey in the text.