Text Structure Pretest

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What is text structure?

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Text structure refers to the way information is organized in a text. Common types include sequence, cause/effect, problem/solution, and compare/contrast.

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What are signal words for Cause and Effect text structure?

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Signal words for Cause and Effect include: because, since, if, then, as a result, and due to.

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What type of writing gives information step-by-step?

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Order & sequence writing gives information step-by-step.

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What is the text structure that explains reasons and results?

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Cause/Effect is the text structure that explains reasons and results.

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What are signal words for the DESCRIPTION text structure?

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Signal words for DESCRIPTION include: for example, such as, details, and adjectives.

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What is the purpose of Compare and Contrast text structure?

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The purpose of Compare and Contrast text structure is to highlight similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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What is an example of a signal word for Sequence text structure?

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Examples of signal words for Sequence include: first, next, then, and finally.

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What does Problem/Solution text structure do?

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Problem/Solution text structure presents a problem and offers one or more solutions.

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What is the main focus of Description text structure?

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The main focus of Description text structure is to provide details about a person, place, thing, or idea.

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What type of text structure would you use to explain how to make a sandwich?

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You would use Order & Sequence text structure to explain how to make a sandwich.