Text Structure

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What is text structure?

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How the author organizes the text.

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This type of writing gives information step-by-step.

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Chronological order.

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In this type of writing, the reader will see words/phrases such as because, as a result of, and due to.

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Cause & effect.

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After trick or treating, Billy stayed up late eating his whole bag of candy. The next day he felt sick and tired. What text structure is this?

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Cause & effect.

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Which type of text structure describes events in order (First, Next, Then, Finally)?

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Chronological Order.

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What does 'cause & effect' mean?

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A text structure that shows the relationship between events, where one event causes another.

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What is 'chronological order'?

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A text structure that arranges events in the order they happen.

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What is 'compare & contrast'?

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A text structure that shows similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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What is 'problem & solution'?

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A text structure that presents a problem and offers one or more solutions.

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Give an example of 'cause & effect'.

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If it rains, the ground gets wet.