Text Structures

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What is a text structure?

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Text structure refers to the way information is organized in a text. It helps readers understand the relationships between ideas and the overall message.

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What are the five common types of text structures?

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

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What is the description text structure?

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The description text structure provides details about a person, place, thing, or idea, often using sensory details to create a vivid picture.

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What is the sequence text structure?

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The sequence text structure presents information in a specific order, often chronological, showing the steps or events as they occur.

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What is the cause and effect text structure?

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

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What is the problem and solution text structure?

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The problem and solution text structure identifies a problem and proposes one or more solutions to address it.

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What is the compare and contrast text structure?

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The compare and contrast text structure highlights the similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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Example of sequence text structure:

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"First, I woke up. Then, I had breakfast. After that, I went to school." This shows the order of events.

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Example of cause and effect text structure:

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"The heavy rain caused the river to overflow, resulting in flooding in the nearby areas." This shows the relationship between the rain and the flooding.

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Example of problem and solution text structure:

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"Teenagers often face stress from schoolwork. One solution is to create a study schedule to manage time better." This identifies a problem and offers a solution.