Nonfiction Text Structure Practice

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What is a nonfiction text structure?

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A nonfiction text structure is the way information is organized in a text, helping readers understand the content better.

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What are the five common nonfiction text structures?

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1. Description 2. Cause and Effect 3. Compare and Contrast 4. Problem and Solution 5. Chronological Order/Sequence

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What does 'Cause and Effect' mean in nonfiction texts?

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'Cause and Effect' explains why something happens (the cause) and what happens as a result (the effect).

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Give an example of a 'Cause and Effect' statement.

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"The heavy rain caused the river to overflow."

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What does 'Compare and Contrast' mean in nonfiction texts?

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'Compare and Contrast' highlights the similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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Give an example of a 'Compare and Contrast' statement.

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"Crocodiles have a pointy snout, while alligators have a rounder snout."

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What does 'Problem and Solution' mean in nonfiction texts?

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'Problem and Solution' presents an issue and discusses ways to resolve it.

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Give an example of a 'Problem and Solution' statement.

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"The city faced traffic congestion; the solution was to build more bike lanes."

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What does 'Chronological Order/Sequence' mean in nonfiction texts?

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'Chronological Order/Sequence' organizes information according to the time it occurs.

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Give an example of 'Chronological Order/Sequence'.

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"First, the steam locomotive was invented; next, it was used for train service."