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 are the main types of text structures?

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The main types of text structures are Description, Sequence, Problem and Solution, Cause and Effect, and Compare and Contrast.

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What are signal words for Description?

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For example, in fact, in addition, characteristics.

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What are signal words for Sequence?

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First, second, then, before, dates, next, finally.

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What are signal words for Problem and Solution?

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Issue, dilemma, to solve, resolution, to fix, result.

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What are signal words for Cause and Effect?

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Because, since, as a result, if then, leads to, due to, consequently.

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What are signal words for Compare and Contrast?

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Similarly, alike, unlike, both, different, on the other hand.

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What does the text structure 'Description' do?

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It provides details about a person, place, thing, or idea.

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What does the text structure 'Sequence' do?

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It lists events or steps in the order they happen.

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What does the text structure 'Problem and Solution' do?

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It presents a problem and offers one or more solutions.