Analyzing Text Structure

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What is text structure?

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Text structure refers to the way a text is organized, including how ideas are arranged and how information is presented.

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What is a descriptive text structure?

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A descriptive text structure provides details about a person, place, thing, or idea, often using sensory details to create a vivid picture.

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What is a sequential/chronological text structure?

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A sequential or chronological text structure presents information in the order it occurs, often using time markers like 'first', 'next', and 'finally'.

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What is a cause-effect text structure?

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A cause-effect text structure explains why something happens (the cause) and what happens as a result (the effect).

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What is a problem-solution text structure?

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A problem-solution text structure identifies a problem and proposes one or more solutions to address it.

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What is a compare-contrast text structure?

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

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Example of descriptive text structure.

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The classroom has a teacher's desk, bookshelves filled with colorful books, small tables for group work, and a cozy reading corner.

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Example of sequential/chronological text structure.

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In the morning, I wake up, brush my teeth, eat breakfast, put on my uniform, and head to the bus stop.

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Example of cause-effect text structure.

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The loud noises made it hard to concentrate, which caused me to finish my homework late.

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Example of problem-solution text structure.

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The problem was that toys were scattered everywhere; the solution was to use bins to organize them.