Text Structures

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What is a text structure that talks about order in time?

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Chronological

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What text structure explains why something happened or explains the effects of something?

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Cause or Effect

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When you are finding similarities and differences within a text, what text structure is this format?

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Compare and Contrast

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What are clue words that indicate chronological order?

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first, next, finally, 8:30, after

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What are clue words that indicate cause and effect?

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consequently, as a result of, so, therefore

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What is the definition of 'Chronological'?

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A text structure that arranges events in the order they happen.

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What is the definition of 'Cause and Effect'?

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A text structure that explains reasons why something happened and the results of that event.

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What is the definition of 'Compare and Contrast'?

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A text structure that discusses the similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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What is the definition of 'Problem and Solution'?

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

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What is the definition of 'Sequence'?

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A text structure that lists events or steps in the order they occur.