Understanding Text Structures Flashcard

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What is the main purpose of a text with a "cause and effect" structure?

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To explain why something happened

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Which text structure is used when a text describes the similarities and differences between two subjects?

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Compare and Contrast

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What type of text structure is used when a text provides a problem and then offers one or more solutions?

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Problem & Solution

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Which text structure is used when a text lists events in the order they happened?

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Chronological

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What is the main purpose of a text with a "description" structure?

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To provide detailed information about a topic

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Which signal word might you find in a "cause and effect" text structure? Options: First, Similarly, Because, For example

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Because

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Which signal word is commonly used in a "compare and contrast" text structure?

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However

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What type of text structure is used when a text provides a detailed description of a topic?

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Description

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Which text structure is used when a text explains the steps to complete a task?

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Sequence

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Which signal word might you find in a "sequence" text structure?

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First