Text Features/ Structures

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What are text features?

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Text features are elements that help organize and provide information in a text, such as headings, subheadings, captions, and diagrams.

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What is a text structure?

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Text structure refers to the way a text is organized, including patterns like cause and effect, problem and solution, and compare and contrast.

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Name one type of text structure.

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One type of text structure is 'cause and effect'.

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What is a Venn Diagram used for?

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A Venn Diagram is used to compare and contrast two or more items by showing their similarities and differences.

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How many text structures are commonly recognized?

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There are five commonly recognized text structures.

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What is the purpose of headings in a text?

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Headings help to organize the text and guide the reader to important sections.

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What is a graphic organizer?

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A graphic organizer is a visual representation of information that helps to organize and understand concepts.

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What is the difference between a problem and solution text structure?

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In a problem and solution text structure, a problem is presented followed by one or more solutions.

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What type of questions should you ask when describing something?

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You should ask questions like 'What descriptive words are included?' and 'What is being described?'

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What is NOT a text feature?

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A narrative is NOT a text feature; it is a type of writing.