Nonfiction Text Structure Practice

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What is a descriptive text structure?

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A descriptive text structure provides detailed information about a topic, using sensory details to create a vivid picture in the reader's mind.

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What is a cause/effect text structure?

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A cause/effect text structure explains why something happened (the cause) and the results of that event (the effect).

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What is a compare and/or contrast text structure?

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

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What is a problem/solution text structure?

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A problem/solution text structure presents an issue and discusses one or more solutions to that problem.

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What is a chronological/sequence text structure?

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A chronological/sequence text structure organizes information in the order that events occur, often using time markers.

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What is a spatial text structure?

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A spatial text structure organizes information based on location or physical space, often describing how things are arranged.

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What are signal words in nonfiction texts?

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Signal words are keywords or phrases that indicate the type of text structure being used, such as 'first', 'next', 'however', or 'as a result'.

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Give an example of a signal word for cause/effect.

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An example of a signal word for cause/effect is 'because'.

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Give an example of a signal word for chronological/sequence.

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An example of a signal word for chronological/sequence is 'then'.

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What is the purpose of using descriptive text structure?

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The purpose of using descriptive text structure is to provide a detailed and vivid portrayal of a subject, helping readers visualize it.