Nonfiction Text Structures Review

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What is a nonfiction text structure?

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A nonfiction text structure is the way information is organized in a text to help readers understand the content better.

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What are the main types of nonfiction text structures?

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The main types include cause and effect, problem and solution, compare and contrast, chronological, and description.

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What does 'cause and effect' mean in nonfiction texts?

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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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Give an example of a cause and effect text structure.

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An example is: 'The heavy rain caused the river to overflow, leading to flooding in the nearby areas.'

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What is a 'problem and solution' text structure?

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A 'problem and solution' text structure presents an issue and then discusses ways to solve it.

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Provide an example of a problem and solution text structure.

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An example is: 'The city faced a traffic problem. To solve it, they built more bike lanes and improved public transport.'

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What does 'compare and contrast' mean in nonfiction texts?

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'Compare and contrast' involves looking at the similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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Give an example of a compare and contrast text structure.

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An example is: 'Cats and dogs are both popular pets, but cats are more independent while dogs require more attention.'

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What is chronological text structure?

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Chronological text structure organizes information in the order that events occur, from first to last.

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Provide an example of chronological text structure.

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An example is: 'First, the sun rises. Then, it gets warmer. Finally, the sun sets.'