Text Structures End of Unit Flashcard

Front

Which text structure tells the order that events occur (happen) or lists steps telling how to do something?

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sequence

Front

Key words are problem, issue, solution, idea, and resolution. What do these key words relate to?

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problem and solution

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Key words are similar, like, unlike, however, contrast, both, and on the other hand.

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compare and contrast

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Key words are: because, if, as a result, leads to, and therefore

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cause and effect

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Key words are: first, next, then, last, years, numbers, after, and before.

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sequence

Front

What type of text is the following? Our new puppy is a golden retriever. We have named him Buddy. He has brown, soft fur and dark, brown eyes. He has a ton of energy!

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description

Front

What is the relationship of the events described: At 8:00 AM we got our fishing gear together. Around 8:40 AM we ate breakfast. We dug up some worms for bait after breakfast. Finally, we left around 9:15 to go to the pond?

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sequence

Front

Have you ever wondered how hot air balloons fly? When air is heated under a balloon, the hot air rises which allows the balloon to fly into the sky.

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cause and effect

Front

What is the relationship described in the passage about elephants cooling themselves off?

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problem and solution

Front

Porpoises and dolphins are fascinating sea creatures. Both porpoises and dolphins have teeth. However, porpoise teeth are shaped differently than dolphin teeth. What type of relationship is being described?

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compare and contrast