Nonfiction Text Structures

What are some clue words that indicate problem and solution?

• threat, difficulty, possibility, hope

• success, opportunity, challenge, fear

• solution, answer, resolution, problem

• risk, chance, issue, outcome

What is an example of a problem and solution text?

• A novel about a detective solving a mystery.

• An article discussing car accidents caused by phone use and proposing a device to disable phones in cars.

• A recipe for baking a cake.

• A biography of a famous scientist.

How can you identify a description in a text?

• Look for sensory details, adjectives, and examples that paint a picture in the reader's mind.

• Focus on the main idea and supporting details.

• Identify the author's purpose and tone.

• Count the number of paragraphs in the text.

What does compare and contrast mean in nonfiction?

• Discussing only the differences between subjects.

• Listing the characteristics of a single subject.

• Discussing similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

• Focusing solely on the similarities between subjects.

What is an example of chronological order in a story?

• A story that starts with 'Once upon a time', then describes events in the order they happened.

• A story that jumps back and forth in time without a clear sequence.

• A story that begins with a dramatic event and then explains the background.

• A story that ends with a twist that changes the entire narrative.

What is the purpose of problem and solution text structure?

• To present a narrative story with a beginning, middle, and end.

• To describe a process or sequence of events.

• To present a problem and discuss one or more solutions to that problem.

• To compare and contrast two different ideas or concepts.

What type of writing uses many adjectives?

• Narrative writing

• Expository writing

• Description

• Persuasive writing

Why is understanding text structures important?

• It helps readers memorize information better.

• It allows readers to skip important details.

• Understanding text structures helps readers comprehend and analyze information more effectively.

• It makes reading more enjoyable without any real benefit.

What are clue words for chronological order?

• first, next, finally, after, and specific times like '8:30'

• before, during, after, and sometimes

• suddenly, quickly, slowly, and later

• initially, subsequently, eventually, and always

What is the difference between description and sequence?

• Description focuses on details and characteristics, while sequence organizes events in order.

• Description is a narrative style, while sequence is a type of poetry.

• Description is used in scientific writing, while sequence is used in fiction.

• Description provides a summary, while sequence lists bullet points.