Text Structures in Writing

What is the purpose of using a "Description or List" text structure?

• To explain why something happened

• To present similarities and differences

• To include details to help you picture or get to know something

• To describe events in chronological order

Which signal words are associated with the "Cause and Effect" text structure?

• Such as, for example, in front

• Therefore, so, because

• Propose, conclude, a solution

• First, second, third

What should you look for in a "Problem and Solution" text structure?

• A list or set of characteristics

• An event described with its result

• A problem followed by one or more solutions

• A sequence of events

Which text structure is used to present the similarities and/or differences between two items?

• Description or List

• Cause and Effect

• Problem and Solution

• Compare and Contrast

What is another name for the "Sequence of Events" text structure?

• Chronological order

• Cause and Effect

• Problem and Solution

• Description or List