Analyzing Structure in Informational Texts

The video tutorial discusses the importance of structure in various contexts, including bridges, diets, and informational texts. It introduces five common structures used in informational texts: cause and effect, compare and contrast, chronological order, problem and solution, and descriptive. Each structure is explained with examples, highlighting how they help convey clarity and strengthen arguments. The tutorial concludes with a review of these structures, emphasizing their role in effective communication.

Why is structure important in various contexts such as bridges, diets, and informational texts?

• It makes things look better.

• It ensures safety, health, and clarity.

• It saves time.

• It is a legal requirement.

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What is the primary purpose of a cause and effect structure in informational texts?

• To entertain the reader.

• To show the relationship between events and their outcomes.

• To compare two different ideas.

• To describe a scene vividly.

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In the given example, why did the Warriors beat the Tigers?

• The Warriors had a new coach.

• The Tigers had more all-star players.

• The Tigers were playing at home.

• The Warriors had better players.

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Which keywords indicate a compare and contrast structure?

• Because, therefore

• First, next, then

• Imagine, describe

• Although, however, as well as

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What is the main goal of a compare and contrast structure?

• To describe a scene.

• To solve a problem.

• To highlight similarities and differences.

• To show the sequence of events.

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What type of structure is commonly used in history textbooks?

• Compare and contrast

• Descriptive

• Cause and effect

• Chronological order

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What does a chronological order structure help the reader understand?

• The solution to a problem.

• The cause of an event.

• The sequence and unfolding of events.

• The similarities between events.

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In a problem and solution structure, what does the author typically do first?

• Compare different problems.

• Describe a scene.

• Describe the solution.

• Lay out the problem.

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What is the purpose of a descriptive structure in informational texts?

• To show cause and effect.

• To compare two ideas.

• To list events in order.

• To make a concept come alive for the reader.

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Which structure uses creative writing to illustrate an event or idea?

• Chronological order

• Problem and solution

• Compare and contrast

• Descriptive

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