Informational Text Structures

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What is cause and effect?

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Cause and effect is a relationship where one event (the cause) makes another event happen (the effect). For example, if it rains (cause), the ground gets wet (effect).

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What is problem and solution?

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Problem and solution is a text structure that presents a challenge (problem) and offers ways to resolve it (solution). For example, if a student is struggling in class (problem), the teacher might suggest extra help (solution).

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What is description in informational text?

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Description is a text structure that provides details about a topic, including characteristics and features. For example, describing a beagle as a friendly and playful dog.

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What does chronological mean?

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Chronological means arranged in the order of time. For example, a timeline of events shows what happened first, second, and so on.

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What is compare and contrast?

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Compare and contrast is a text structure that examines the similarities and differences between two or more subjects. For example, comparing cats and dogs.

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What is sequence in informational text?

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Sequence is a text structure that presents events in the order they occur. For example, a recipe that lists steps to make a cake.

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What is an example of cause and effect in nature?

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An example of cause and effect in nature is when pollution (cause) leads to the death of fish in a river (effect).

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How can problem and solution be used in everyday life?

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Problem and solution can be used in everyday life when someone faces a challenge, like being late for school (problem), and finds a way to leave earlier (solution).

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What is the purpose of description in writing?

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The purpose of description in writing is to create a vivid picture in the reader's mind by providing detailed information about a subject.

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What is an example of chronological order?

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An example of chronological order is telling the story of a day: waking up, having breakfast, going to school, and coming home.