Exploring Nonfiction Text Structures

What is a common element in fictional text structures?

• A list of facts

• A problem that needs to be solved

• A detailed description of settings

• A series of questions and answers

Why is it important to understand nonfiction text structures?

• To identify the main characters

• To better understand the main idea and purpose

• To predict the ending

• To enjoy the story more

Which text structure is used when an author describes events in the order they happened?

• Description

• Sequence

• Problem and Solution

• Compare and Contrast

What is the primary purpose of a descriptive text structure?

• To describe a topic by its features

• To propose a solution to a problem

• To compare two items

• To show cause and effect

Which text structure is used to show the relationship between a cause and its effects?

• Description

• Question and Answer

• Sequence

• Cause and Effect

What is a key indicator of a problem-solution text structure?

• A problem followed by a proposed solution

• A series of questions and answers

• A list of events in order

• A detailed description of a place

In a problem-solution text structure, what should you look for to confirm it?

• A proposed solution to the problem

• A sequence of events

• A detailed description of the problem

• Both a detailed description of the problem and a proposed solution

What is the primary focus when identifying the text structure of an article?

• The number of paragraphs

• The use of images

• The author's purpose

• The length of the article

Which graphic organizer is useful for a compare and contrast text structure?

• Venn diagram

• Timeline

• Concept map

• Fishbone diagram

What should you do if an article has elements of multiple text structures?

• Focus only on the first structure mentioned

• Identify the primary text structure

• Ignore the secondary structures

• Classify it as a mixed structure