Nonfiction Text Structures

Front

What are clue words that indicate chronological order?

Back

first, next, finally, 8:30, after

Front

What text structure tells what happened and explains why it happened?

Back

Cause and Effect

Front

What type of writing includes many adjectives, examples, or characteristics?

Back

Description

Front

What text structure compares two or more items?

Back

Compare and Contrast

Front

What is the purpose of a problem and solution text structure?

Back

To present a problem and discuss possible solutions.

Front

What are some clue words for cause and effect?

Back

because, as a result of, due to

Front

What does a sequence or chronological order text structure do?

Back

It presents events in the order they occur.

Front

What is the main idea in a nonfiction text?

Back

The central point or concept that the text is about.

Front

What is a description text structure?

Back

It provides details about a topic using sensory language.

Front

What is the difference between compare and contrast?

Back

Compare shows similarities; contrast shows differences.