Types of Text Structures

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What is a procedural text structure?

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A procedural text structure provides instructions or steps to follow in order to complete a task or process.

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Give an example of a procedural text.

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A recipe for cooking hotdogs is an example of a procedural text.

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What is a descriptive text structure?

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A descriptive text structure provides details and descriptions about a person, place, thing, or idea.

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Give an example of a descriptive text.

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A paragraph describing the taste and appearance of a watermelon is an example of a descriptive text.

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What is a problem and solution text structure?

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A problem and solution text structure presents a problem and then discusses one or more solutions to that problem.

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Give an example of a problem and solution text.

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A story about a community cleaning up garbage to prevent flooding is an example of a problem and solution text.

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What is a compare and contrast text structure?

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A compare and contrast text structure discusses the similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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Give an example of a compare and contrast text.

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A paragraph comparing hurricanes and tornadoes is an example of a compare and contrast text.

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What is a cause and effect text structure?

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

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Give an example of a cause and effect text.

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A sentence explaining that a typhoon caused a family to lose their roof and find a new home is an example of a cause and effect text.