Unit 8 Review

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What is the cause/effect text structure?

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A text structure that shows the relationship between events, where one event (the cause) leads to another event (the effect). For example, 'It rained heavily (cause), so the streets flooded (effect).'

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What are signal words for cause/effect?

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Signal words include 'as a result', 'therefore', 'because', and 'if...then'.

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What is a subheading?

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A subheading is a title or heading that comes before a section of text, indicating what that section is about.

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What is a glossary?

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A glossary is a list of terms and their definitions, usually found at the end of a book or document.

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What is the purpose of an index?

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An index is an alphabetical list of topics or terms found in a book, along with the pages where they can be found.

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What is a diagram?

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A diagram is a visual representation of information or data, often used to explain complex concepts.

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What is the compare/contrast text structure?

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A text structure that discusses similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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What are some examples of compare/contrast signal words?

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Signal words include 'similarly', 'on the other hand', 'however', and 'in contrast'.

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What is the purpose of a table of contents?

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A table of contents is a list that outlines the chapters or sections of a book, along with their page numbers.

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What is chronological/sequential text structure?

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A text structure that presents information in the order it occurs, often used in narratives or processes.