Text Structure: Sequence

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What is text structure?

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Text structure refers to how information is organized in a text. It helps readers understand the relationships between ideas.

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What is sequence in text structure?

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Sequence is a text structure that presents events or steps in the order they occur.

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Why is understanding sequence important?

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Understanding sequence helps readers follow the flow of events and comprehend the narrative or instructions.

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What is a chronological order?

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Chronological order is a way of organizing events from the earliest to the latest.

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What does 'first' mean in sequence?

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'First' indicates the initial event or action in a sequence of events.

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What does 'next' mean in sequence?

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'Next' refers to the event that follows the first event in a sequence.

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What does 'last' mean in sequence?

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'Last' indicates the final event or action in a sequence of events.

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Give an example of a sequence in a story.

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In a story about baking a cake: 1. Gather ingredients, 2. Mix the batter, 3. Bake the cake, 4. Frost the cake.

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What is a signal word for sequence?

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Signal words for sequence include 'first', 'next', 'then', and 'finally'.

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How can you identify the sequence in a text?

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Look for signal words and phrases that indicate the order of events.