Text Structures

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What is a text structure?

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A text structure is the way information is organized in a text. It helps readers understand the content better.

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What does 'Description' mean in text structures?

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Description provides details about a person, place, thing, or idea to help the reader visualize it.

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What is 'Cause & Effect' in text structures?

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Cause & Effect explains why something happens (the cause) and what happens as a result (the effect).

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What does 'Problem & Solution' refer to in text structures?

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Problem & Solution presents a problem and then explains how it can be solved.

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What is 'Compare & Contrast' in text structures?

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Compare & Contrast shows how two or more things are alike (compare) and different (contrast).

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What does 'Sequence' mean in text structures?

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Sequence is the order in which events happen or steps are taken.

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Give an example of a text structure that describes a car.

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Description: 'My mom got a new car. It's a red convertible with leather seats and a nice radio.'

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Provide an example of Cause & Effect.

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Cause: 'The air is heated under the balloon.' Effect: 'The hot air rises, allowing the balloon to fly.'

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What is an example of Problem & Solution?

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Problem: 'My baby brother messes up my Lego projects.' Solution: 'I moved my Legos into my bedroom and keep the door closed.'

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Give an example of Compare & Contrast.

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Example: 'The book Wonder has more detail than the movie Wonder, which skips many parts.'