RI 4.5 Text Feature: Chronology and Sequence

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What is a sequence in text structure?

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A sequence is a text structure that presents information in a specific order, often using words like 'first', 'next', and 'last'.

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What is chronological order?

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Chronological order is a text structure that arranges events in the order they happened, from the earliest to the most recent.

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What type of writing often uses text structures like sequence and chronological order?

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Nonfiction writing often uses text structures like sequence and chronological order to present facts and information.

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What are clue words that indicate sequence?

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Clue words for sequence include 'first', 'next', 'then', 'last', and 'after'.

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What are clue words that indicate chronological order?

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Clue words for chronological order include 'next week', '1974', 'the end of the year', and specific times like '8:30'.

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What is cause and effect in text structure?

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Cause and effect is a text structure that explains why something happened (the cause) and what happened as a result (the effect).

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Give an example of a cause and effect relationship.

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If it rains (cause), the ground gets wet (effect).

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What is a text feature?

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Text features are elements like headings, subheadings, captions, and bold text that help organize and highlight important information in a text.

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What is the difference between sequence and chronological order?

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Sequence focuses on the order of steps or events, while chronological order focuses on the actual time events occurred.

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What is a nonfiction text?

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Nonfiction text is writing that provides factual information about real events, people, or concepts.