Text Structure

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What is chronological order?

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Chronological order is a text structure that presents information in the order it happens, step-by-step.

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What does compare and contrast mean?

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Compare and contrast is a text structure that discusses the similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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What is cause and effect?

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Cause and effect is a text structure that explains how one event (the cause) leads to another event (the effect).

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What is a sequence and order text structure?

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Sequence and order is a text structure that lists events or steps in the order they occur.

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Give an example of chronological order.

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An example of chronological order is a recipe that lists steps like: 1. Gather ingredients, 2. Mix ingredients, 3. Bake.

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What is the purpose of using compare and contrast?

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The purpose of using compare and contrast is to highlight the similarities and differences between two or more items.

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How can cause and effect be identified in a text?

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Cause and effect can be identified by looking for phrases like 'because', 'as a result', or 'led to'.

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What is an example of cause and effect in nature?

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An example of cause and effect in nature is: Deforestation (cause) leads to loss of animal habitats (effect).

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What is the difference between chronological order and sequence?

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Chronological order focuses on time, while sequence can refer to any order of steps or events, not necessarily time-based.

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What type of text structure is used in instructions?

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Instructions typically use chronological order to guide the reader through steps.