Text Structure Flashcard

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Why is identifying text structure important?

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It gives readers a deeper understanding of the text.

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Define: Description Text Structure

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Describes characteristics of something in detail.

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Define the term: Relevant

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Closely connected or appropriate to what is being done or considered.

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Define: Compare/Contrast Text Structure

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Tell how two or more things are alike and different.

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Define: Cause/Effect Text Structure

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Tells about something that happened and why it happened.

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What is the purpose of text structure?

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To organize information in a way that helps readers understand the content.

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Define: Sequence Text Structure

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Presents information in a specific order or sequence.

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What does a problem/solution text structure do?

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Describes a problem and how it was solved.

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Define: Chronological Text Structure

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Explains events in the order they happened.

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The central point or concept that the author wants to convey.