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What is a text structure?

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A text structure is the way information is organized in a piece of writing. It helps readers understand the relationships between ideas.

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What are the common types of text structures?

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1. Description 2. Sequence/Chronology 3. Cause and Effect 4. Problem and Solution 5. Compare and Contrast

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What does 'Cause and Effect' mean in text structure?

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'Cause and Effect' shows how one event (the cause) leads to another event (the effect). For example, 'It rained (cause), so the ground got wet (effect).'

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What is 'Problem and Solution' in text structure?

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'Problem and Solution' presents a problem and then explains one or more solutions. For example, 'The park was dirty (problem), so volunteers cleaned it up (solution).'

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What does 'Compare and Contrast' mean in text structure?

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'Compare and Contrast' highlights the similarities and differences between two or more subjects. For example, comparing cats and dogs.

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What is 'Sequence/Chronology' in text structure?

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'Sequence/Chronology' organizes information in the order it happens, like steps in a recipe or events in a story.

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How can you identify 'Description' in a text?

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'Description' provides details about a person, place, or thing, often using adjectives to create a vivid picture.

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What is an example of 'Cause and Effect' in a story?

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If a character studies hard (cause), they pass the test (effect).

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Give an example of 'Problem and Solution' in real life.

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A city has traffic jams (problem), so they build more roads (solution).

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What is the purpose of using text structures?

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Text structures help readers understand and organize information, making it easier to follow and remember.