Text Structure 4th grade

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What is chronological text structure?

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A type of text structure that describes events in the order they happen.

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What does description text structure do?

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It provides details about a person, place, thing, or idea.

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What is compare and 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 is cause and effect text structure?

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A text structure that explains why something happens (cause) and what happens as a result (effect).

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What is a nonfiction text?

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A text that contains true or factual information.

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What is the purpose of using text structures?

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To help readers understand and organize information in a text.

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What is an example of chronological text structure?

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A story that describes a day in the life of a student, from morning to night.

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What is an example of description text structure?

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A paragraph that describes the features of a gorilla.

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What is an example of compare and contrast text structure?

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A text that explains the differences between frogs and toads.

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What is an example of cause and effect text structure?

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A text that explains how heavy rain can lead to flooding.