Informational Text Structure

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What is the compare & contrast text structure?

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

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What are signal words for cause & effect text structure?

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Due to, since, as a result, because of, and for this reason.

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What are signal words for problem & solution text structure?

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Threat, resolve by, concern, challenge, prevent, and help.

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How does problem & solution differ from cause & effect?

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Problem & solution offers a solution while cause & effect explains what happened and why.

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What is the description text structure?

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A writing structure that provides details about a subject, often using sensory language.

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What is the order & sequence text structure?

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A writing structure that presents information in a specific order or steps.

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What is the purpose of using text structures in informational writing?

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To organize information clearly and help readers understand the content better.

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What is an example of a compare & contrast text?

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An essay comparing cats and dogs, discussing their similarities and differences.

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What is an example of a cause & effect text?

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An article explaining how pollution causes climate change.

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What is an example of a problem & solution text?

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A report discussing the issue of plastic waste and proposing recycling solutions.