Text Structures - Definitions + Paragraphs

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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 relationships between ideas.

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What are signal words?

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Signal words are words or phrases that indicate the type of text structure being used, such as 'first', 'next', 'however', or 'as a result'.

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What text structure uses the signal words: ISSUE, THREAT, DIFFICULTY, SOLVE, PLAN, FIX, HOPE?

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Problem and Solution.

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Which text structure tells about events in time order?

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Chronological Order.

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What is Compare and Contrast text structure?

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Compare and Contrast text structure discusses similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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What is Cause and Effect text structure?

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Cause and Effect text structure explains why something happened (cause) and what happened as a result (effect).

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In a Cause and Effect relationship, which happens first?

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Cause.

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What is Problem and Solution text structure?

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Problem and Solution text structure presents a problem and offers one or more solutions.

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What is an example of Compare and Contrast?

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Discussing the differences and similarities between two flavors of ice cream, like strawberry and chocolate.

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What are some common signal words for Cause and Effect?

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Common signal words include 'because', 'therefore', 'as a result', and 'due to'.