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 written work. It helps readers understand the relationships between ideas.

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What is sequence in text structure?

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Sequence is a text structure that presents information in a specific order, often step-by-step.

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What does compare and contrast mean in writing?

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

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What is cause and effect in text structure?

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Cause and effect is a text structure that explains reasons why something happens and the results of those actions.

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What is problem and solution in text structure?

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Problem and solution is a text structure that identifies a problem and proposes one or more solutions.

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What are some signal words for sequence?

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Signal words for sequence include first, next, then, and finally.

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What are some signal words for compare and contrast?

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Signal words for compare and contrast include similarly, on the other hand, and however.

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What are some signal words for cause and effect?

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Signal words for cause and effect include because, as a result, and due to.

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What are some signal words for problem and solution?

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Signal words for problem and solution include problem, solution, and therefore.

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What is a chronological text structure?

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Chronological text structure presents events in the order they occurred, often using time markers.