Text Structure

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What is text structure?

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Text structure refers to how information is organized in a text. It helps readers understand the main ideas and how they relate to each other.

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What is a sequence of events?

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A sequence of events is a text structure that presents information in the order it happens, like a timeline.

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What does 'description' mean in text structure?

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

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What is 'compare and contrast'?

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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'?

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Cause and effect is a text structure that explains why something happens (the cause) and what happens as a result (the effect).

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What is an example of a sequence of events?

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An example of a sequence of events is the history of music formats: record players, cassette tapes, CDs, and mp3s.

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How can you identify a description in a text?

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You can identify a description in a text by looking for detailed information and sensory language that paints a picture.

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What is the purpose of comparing two things in a text?

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The purpose of comparing two things is to highlight their similarities, helping readers understand how they are alike.

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What is the purpose of contrasting two things in a text?

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The purpose of contrasting two things is to highlight their differences, helping readers understand how they are different.

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What is an example of cause and effect in a text?

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An example of cause and effect is: 'It rained (cause), so the ground got wet (effect).'

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