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What is an informational text structure?

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An informational text structure is a way that information is organized in a text to help readers understand the content better.

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What does 'description' mean in informational text?

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Description provides details about a topic, including characteristics, features, and examples.

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What is 'compare and contrast' in informational text?

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Compare and contrast shows the similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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What does 'cause and effect' mean in informational text?

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Cause and effect explains why something happens (the cause) and what happens as a result (the effect).

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What is 'chronological order'?

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Chronological order is the arrangement of events in the order they occur in time.

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What is 'problem and solution' in informational text?

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Problem and solution identifies a problem and discusses one or more solutions to that problem.

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Give an example of a text that uses description.

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A text describing the features of a beagle dog, including its size, temperament, and exercise needs.

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What is the purpose of using 'compare and contrast' in a text?

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To help readers understand the similarities and differences between two or more topics.

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How does 'cause and effect' help readers?

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It helps readers understand the relationship between events and their outcomes.

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What type of text structure would you use to explain a process step-by-step?

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Chronological order or sequence.