6th Grade Text Structure Extra Practice (RI2.5)

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What is text structure?

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Text structure refers to how information is organized in a text. It helps readers understand the relationships between ideas.

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What are common types of text structures?

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Common types include chronological, cause and effect, compare and contrast, problem and solution, and descriptive.

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What is the purpose of a compare and contrast text structure?

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To highlight similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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What signal words indicate a sequential text structure?

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First, next, then, finally, before, after.

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What is a cause and effect text structure?

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It explains reasons why something happened (cause) and the results of that event (effect).

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What are some signal words for cause and effect?

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Because, therefore, as a result, due to, consequently.

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What is the purpose of a descriptive text structure?

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To provide detailed information about a person, place, thing, or idea.

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What signal words are often used in descriptive text?

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For example, such as, including, to illustrate.

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What is the main idea of a text?

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

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How can you identify the main idea in a paragraph?

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Look for the topic sentence, which often summarizes the main point.