Text Structure Flashcard

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What is the Problem and Solution text structure?

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A text structure that presents a problem and offers one or more solutions to that problem.

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What is the Description text structure?

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A text structure that describes the characteristics of a person, place, thing, or idea, focusing on sensory details.

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What are clue words for chronological order?

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Words like first, next, finally, after, and specific times (e.g., 8:30) indicate chronological order.

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What is the Cause and Effect text structure?

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A text structure that explains the reasons (causes) for an event and the results (effects) of that event.

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What is the Sequence text structure?

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A text structure that presents information in a specific order, often from beginning to end.

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Give an example of a Problem and Solution text structure.

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A text discussing air pollution caused by cars and suggesting biking as a solution.

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What type of text structure uses sensory details?

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Description.

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What are some examples of Cause and Effect clue words?

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Because, as a result of, effect, and cause.

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What is the purpose of using Sequence in writing?

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To organize events or steps in the order they occur.

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How can you identify a Description text structure?

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Look for detailed descriptions of how something looks, sounds, tastes, smells, or feels.