Text Structure

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What is text structure?

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How the author organizes the text.

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What are the main types of text structures?

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

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Define 'Description' as a text structure.

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A text structure that provides details about a topic, including facts and examples.

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Define 'Sequence' as a text structure.

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A text structure that presents events or steps in the order they occur.

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Define 'Compare & Contrast' as a text structure.

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A text structure that discusses similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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Define 'Cause & Effect' as a text structure.

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A text structure that explains reasons why something happens and the results of those actions.

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Define 'Problem & Solution' as a text structure.

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A text structure that presents a problem and offers one or more solutions.

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What is the purpose of using text structures in writing?

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To help readers understand the organization and main ideas of the text.

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Example of a text structure: 'First, we will discuss the causes of climate change.' What type is this?

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Cause & Effect.

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Example of a text structure: 'The cake was delicious, and the decorations were beautiful.' What type is this?

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Description.