Text Structure

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What is Text Structure?

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Text structure refers to how information is organized in a text. It helps readers understand the relationships between ideas.

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What are the common types of text structures?

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Common types include Description, Cause and Effect, Problem and Solution, and Compare and Contrast.

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What does 'Problem and Solution' text structure mean?

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This structure presents a problem and then discusses one or more solutions to that problem.

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What are signal words for 'Problem and Solution'?

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Signal words include 'problem', 'solution', 'solve', and 'issue'.

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What does 'Compare and Contrast' text structure mean?

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This structure highlights the similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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What are signal words for 'Compare and Contrast'?

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Signal words include 'similar', 'different', 'alike', 'on the other hand', and 'instead'.

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What does 'Cause and Effect' text structure mean?

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

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What are signal words for 'Cause and Effect'?

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Signal words include 'because', 'therefore', 'as a result', and 'due to'.

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What does 'Description' text structure mean?

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This structure provides details about a topic, often using adjectives and sensory details.

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What are signal words for 'Description'?

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Signal words include 'for example', 'such as', and 'to illustrate'.