Text Structure Signal Words and Examples

Text Structure Signal Words and Examples

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English

9th - 12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are text structure signal words?

Back

Text structure signal words are specific words or phrases that indicate the organization of a text, helping readers understand how information is arranged.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What signal words indicate a comparison between two subjects?

Back

Words like 'both', 'similar', and 'however' signal a comparison between two subjects.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What signal words indicate a sequence of events?

Back

Words such as 'first', 'second', 'not long after', and 'before' indicate a sequence of events.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the problem and solution text structure?

Back

The problem and solution text structure presents a dilemma or issue followed by one or more solutions.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are some examples of signal words for problem and solution?

Back

Examples include 'solve', 'dilemma', 'problem', 'since', 'answer', 'because', and 'therefore'.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does chronological order mean in text structure?

Back

Chronological order refers to the arrangement of events in the order they occurred in time.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What signal words indicate chronological order?

Back

Signal words for chronological order include 'first', 'second', 'after', 'before', and 'not long after'.

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