Non-Fiction Text Structure

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What is the main purpose of non-fiction writing?

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To provide real, true information about a topic.

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What does 'compare and contrast' mean in writing?

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To discuss the similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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Where can you find non-fiction articles?

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In magazines, newspapers, and websites.

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What is a 'problem-solution' text structure?

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A text structure that explains one main issue and the solution to that issue.

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What does 'description' mean in text structure?

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A text structure that provides details about a person, place, or thing.

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What is the difference between fiction and non-fiction?

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Fiction is made-up stories, while non-fiction is based on real events and facts.

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What is a 'sequence' text structure?

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

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What is the purpose of a 'cause and effect' text structure?

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To show how one event leads to another.

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What type of text structure would you use to explain a process?

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Sequence.

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What is an example of a non-fiction text?

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A biography, a news article, or a documentary.