Info Text Structures

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What is Cause and Effect?

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A text structure that explains what happened and why it happened.

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What are clue words for Cause and Effect?

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Consequently, as a result of, so therefore.

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What is Chronological Order?

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A text structure that presents events in the order they occurred.

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What are clue words for Chronological Order?

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First, next, finally, after.

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What is a Problem and Solution text structure?

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A structure that presents a problem and then explains a solution.

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What is Descriptive text structure?

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A structure that provides details about a topic or idea.

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What is Compare and Contrast?

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A text structure that discusses similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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What are clue words for Compare and Contrast?

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Similar, common, compare, contrast.

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What is the purpose of using text structures?

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To help readers understand the organization and main ideas of a text.

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How can Cause and Effect be identified in a text?

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Look for explanations of reasons and outcomes.