Nonfiction Text Structures

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What is a SEQUENCE/CHRONOLOGICAL ORDER text structure?

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A text structure where the author tells about events in the ORDER they happened.

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What does a COMPARE and CONTRAST text structure do?

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It explains how things are SIMILAR and DIFFERENT.

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What are signal words for the DESCRIPTION text structure?

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Examples include 'for example', 'such as', 'details', and 'adjectives'.

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What text structure is used when discussing similarities and differences?

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Compare and Contrast.

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What are some signal words for the CAUSE and EFFECT text structure?

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Words like 'because', 'since', 'as a result', and 'due to'.

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What is the purpose of a DESCRIPTION text structure?

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To describe a topic and its characteristics.

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What does a PROBLEM and SOLUTION text structure entail?

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It describes a PROBLEM and then explains how it can be solved.

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What is the main focus of a CAUSE and EFFECT text structure?

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To explain something that happened and the REASONS WHY.

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How can you identify a COMPARE and CONTRAST text structure in a text?

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Look for discussions of similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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What is an example of a SEQUENCE/CHRONOLOGICAL ORDER text structure in real life?

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A recipe that lists steps in the order they should be completed.