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What is a text structure?

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A text structure is the way information is organized in a text. It helps readers understand the relationships between ideas and the flow of information.

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What are the main types of text structures?

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The main types of text structures include Sequence, Chronological, Cause and Effect, Problem and Solution, and Description.

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What is Sequence in text structure?

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Sequence is a text structure that presents information in a specific order or series of steps.

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What is Chronological text structure?

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Chronological text structure presents events in the order they occurred, often using time markers.

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What is Cause and Effect text structure?

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

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What is Problem and Solution text structure?

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Problem and Solution text structure identifies a problem and discusses one or more solutions to that problem.

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What is Description text structure?

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

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Example of Sequence: How to make a sandwich.

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1. Gather ingredients. 2. Spread condiments on bread. 3. Add fillings. 4. Top with another slice of bread. 5. Cut and serve.

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Example of Chronological: A day in the life of a student.

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1. Wake up. 2. Go to school. 3. Attend classes. 4. Have lunch. 5. Return home.

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Example of Cause and Effect: Why do we wear seatbelts?

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Cause: Car crashes can be dangerous. Effect: Wearing seatbelts reduces the risk of injury.