Text Structures

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What is cause & effect?

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A text structure that shows the relationship between events, where one event (the cause) leads to another event (the effect). Example: 'It rained heavily, so the streets flooded.'

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What is description in writing?

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A text structure that provides details about a person, place, thing, or idea, often using sensory language. Example: 'The garden was filled with vibrant flowers and buzzing bees.'

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What are clue words for chronological order?

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Words that indicate the sequence of events, such as 'first', 'next', 'finally', and 'after'. Example: 'First, we went to the store. Next, we made dinner.'

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What is order & sequence?

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A text structure that organizes information in a specific order, often used in instructions or processes. Example: 'To bake a cake, first mix the ingredients, then pour into a pan, and finally bake.'

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What is compare & contrast?

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A text structure that examines the similarities and differences between two or more subjects. Example: 'Cats and dogs are both popular pets, but cats are more independent while dogs are more social.'

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What are transitional words?

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Words that help connect ideas and guide the reader through the text, such as 'however', 'therefore', and 'meanwhile'. Example: 'I wanted to go outside; however, it started to rain.'

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What is a topic sentence?

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A sentence that expresses the main idea of a paragraph, summarizing what the paragraph will be about. Example: 'Dogs are known for their loyalty and companionship.'

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What is a problem & solution text structure?

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A text structure that presents a problem and discusses one or more solutions. Example: 'The city faced traffic congestion; to solve this, they built more bike lanes.'

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What is sensory language?

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Language that appeals to the senses (sight, sound, smell, taste, touch) to create vivid imagery. Example: 'The cookies smelled sweet and warm, fresh out of the oven.'

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What is the purpose of using descriptive writing?

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To create a vivid picture in the reader's mind by using detailed descriptions and sensory details. Example: 'The sunset painted the sky in shades of orange and pink.'