Text Structures 5th Hr.

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What is a text structure?

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A text structure is the way information is organized in a piece of writing. It helps readers understand the content better.

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What are the five common text structures?

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1. Description 2. Sequence/Chronology 3. Cause and Effect 4. Problem and Solution 5. Compare and Contrast

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What does 'Description' text structure mean?

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

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What does 'Sequence/Chronology' text structure mean?

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Sequence/Chronology text structure presents events in the order they occur, often using time words.

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What does 'Cause and Effect' text structure mean?

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Cause and Effect text structure explains reasons why something happened (cause) and the results of that action (effect).

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What does 'Problem and Solution' text structure mean?

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

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What does 'Compare and Contrast' text structure mean?

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Compare and Contrast text structure highlights similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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Give an example of a text that uses Description structure.

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An example is a passage describing the features of a rainforest, including its plants and animals.

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Give an example of a text that uses Sequence/Chronology structure.

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An example is a recipe that lists the steps to make a cake in the order they should be followed.

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Give an example of a text that uses Cause and Effect structure.

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An example is a passage explaining how pollution causes harm to marine life.