Text Structure

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What are clue words that indicate compare and contrast?

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Clue words for compare and contrast include: similar, different, common, on the other hand.

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What are clue words that indicate sequence or chronological order?

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Clue words for sequence include: first, next, finally, 1962, after.

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What is the text structure that explains the cause of an event and its effect?

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The cause and effect text structure explains how one event leads to another.

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What is the text structure that outlines steps in a process?

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The sequence text structure outlines steps in a process in the order they occur.

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What are clue words that indicate problem and solution?

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Clue words for problem and solution include: reason, conflict, possibility, solve.

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What is the purpose of using compare and contrast in writing?

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The purpose is to highlight similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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How can you identify a sequence in a text?

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You can identify a sequence by looking for chronological clue words and the order of events.

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What is an example of cause and effect in a natural phenomenon?

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An example is: Warm air rising causes a tornado to form when it meets cold air.

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What is the significance of clue words in understanding text structure?

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Clue words help readers identify the organization of the text and the relationships between ideas.

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What is a description text structure?

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A description text structure provides details about a person, place, thing, or idea.