Quarterly Assessment 2 Review

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What is the definition of 'text structure'?

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Text structure refers to the way an author organizes information in a text. Common structures include sequence, cause and effect, problem-solution, and compare and contrast.

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What is 'sequence/chronological order' in text structure?

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Sequence or chronological order is a text structure that presents events in the order they occur, often using time-related words.

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What is a 'comma splice'?

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A comma splice is a grammatical error that occurs when two independent clauses are joined by a comma without a coordinating conjunction.

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What is the purpose of using transition words like 'result' and 'causes'?

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Transition words help signal the relationship between ideas, guiding the reader through the text and clarifying the author's organizational pattern.

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What is the definition of 'cause and effect'?

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Cause and effect is a text structure that explains why something happens (the cause) and what happens as a result (the effect).

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What is a 'description' text structure?

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Description text structure provides details about a topic, often using sensory language to create a vivid picture for the reader.

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What is the role of punctuation in sentence clarity?

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Punctuation, such as commas, helps clarify meaning in sentences by indicating pauses and separating ideas, which enhances readability.

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What does 'compare and contrast' mean in text structure?

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Compare and contrast is a text structure that examines the similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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What is the definition of 'problem-solution' text structure?

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Problem-solution text structure presents a problem and then discusses one or more solutions to that problem.

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What is an example of a transition word that indicates a cause?

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An example of a transition word that indicates a cause is 'because'.