Main Idea, Text Structure, and Context Clues

Front

What is the main idea of a text?

Back

The main idea is the most important point or concept that the author wants to convey in a text.

Front

What does text structure refer to?

Back

Text structure refers to how the information within a written text is organized.

Front

What are transition words?

Back

Transition words are words that connect ideas in a text; these words are determined by the text structure.

Front

What type of writing uses chronological order?

Back

Order & sequence.

Front

What type of writing compares and contrasts?

Back

Compare & contrast.

Front

What are context clues?

Back

Context clues are hints found near a word that can help you determine the meaning of that word.

Front

What are some clue words for cause and effect?

Back

Because, therefore, as a result.

Front

What are some clue words for order and sequence?

Back

First, next, then, finally.

Front

What does 'compare' mean?

Back

To look for similarities between two or more things.

Front

What does 'contrast' mean?

Back

To look for differences between two or more things.