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 written work, which helps readers understand the content and its purpose.

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What is a descriptive text structure?

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A descriptive text structure provides detailed descriptions of a subject to create a mental picture for the reader.

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What does the cause and effect text structure explain?

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The cause and effect text structure explains why something happens (the cause) and the result of that action (the effect).

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What is the sequence/chronological order text structure?

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The sequence/chronological order text structure presents information in the order it occurs, often using time markers.

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Give an example of descriptive text structure.

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An example of descriptive text structure is a paragraph that describes the features of a coral snake, including its colors and size.

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

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The compare and contrast text structure is used to highlight similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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How does the problem and solution text structure work?

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

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What is the main focus of a cause and effect text structure?

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The main focus is to show the relationship between events, where one event (the cause) leads to another event (the effect).

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What type of text structure would you use to explain a process?

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You would use the sequence/chronological order text structure to explain a process step by step.

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What is an example of cause and effect in writing?

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An example of cause and effect is explaining how poor attendance (cause) leads to lower grades (effect).