Non Fiction Text Structures

Front

What are the key clue words that indicate compare and contrast?

Back

similar, different, common, on the other hand

Front

What is the first step before editing your writing?

Back

Revise by reading each paragraph separately and finding the topic sentence.

Front

What text structure is used when discussing the differences between oranges and lemons?

Back

Compare and contrast.

Front

What is the cause and effect relationship in the acorn production scenario?

Back

Fewer acorns may lead to a decrease in squirrel and field mouse populations, resulting in more ticks and an increase in Lyme Disease cases.

Front

What are the characteristics that compare apples and oranges?

Back

Both are fruits with seeds, but oranges have thick, easy-to-peel skins, while apple skins are thinner and harder to peel.

Front

Define 'cause and effect' in text structure.

Back

A relationship where one event (the cause) leads to another event (the effect).

Front

What is 'order and sequence' in text structure?

Back

A way of organizing information based on the order in which events occur.

Front

What does 'problem and solution' text structure involve?

Back

Identifying a problem and proposing one or more solutions.

Front

Give an example of 'spatial/descriptive' text structure.

Back

Describing a scene by detailing the location and arrangement of objects.

Front

What is the purpose of transitional words in writing?

Back

To connect ideas and ensure smooth flow between paragraphs.