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 is 'Cause & Effect'?

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Cause & Effect is a text structure that shows how one event (the cause) leads to another event (the effect).

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What is 'Problem & Solution'?

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Problem & Solution is a text structure that presents a problem and then explains how it can be solved.

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What is 'Compare & Contrast'?

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Compare & Contrast is a text structure that highlights the similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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What is 'Description' in text structures?

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Description is a text structure that provides details about a person, place, thing, or idea.

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Give an example of 'Cause & Effect'.

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If it rains (cause), the ground gets wet (effect).

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Give an example of 'Problem & Solution'.

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The problem is that I lost my keys. The solution is that I will look in my bag.

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Give an example of 'Compare & Contrast'.

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Cats and dogs are both pets, but cats are usually more independent than dogs.

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Give an example of 'Description'.

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The sun is bright and warm, shining down on the green grass.

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What is the purpose of using text structures?

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Text structures help readers organize information and understand the relationships between ideas.