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What is the purpose of the structure in an informational text?
What is the purpose of the structure in an informational text?
Which of the following is NOT one of the common structures used in informational texts?
Which of the following is NOT one of the common structures used in informational texts?
What does an author aim to achieve by using a cause and effect structure in an informational text?
What does an author aim to achieve by using a cause and effect structure in an informational text?
How many common structures are examined in the lesson mentioned in the text?
How many common structures are examined in the lesson mentioned in the text?
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Why is it important to have the correct structure for a bridge?
Why is it important to have the correct structure for a bridge?
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In an informational text with a compare and contrast structure, what does the author typically do?
In an informational text with a compare and contrast structure, what does the author typically do?
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What would be an example of a cause and effect structure in an informational text?
What would be an example of a cause and effect structure in an informational text?
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Which organizational structure is used when an author analyzes the similarities and differences between two similar ideas?
Which organizational structure is used when an author analyzes the similarities and differences between two similar ideas?
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What type of structure is commonly used in history textbooks to relate a series of events in the order in which they occurred?
What type of structure is commonly used in history textbooks to relate a series of events in the order in which they occurred?
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How does an author typically structure a problem and solution passage in an informational text?
How does an author typically structure a problem and solution passage in an informational text?
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What type of connecting phrases are often indicators that an author is about to compare and contrast two different subjects?
What type of connecting phrases are often indicators that an author is about to compare and contrast two different subjects?
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In a descriptive structure, what is the main purpose of using creative descriptions in an informational text?
In a descriptive structure, what is the main purpose of using creative descriptions in an informational text?
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Which type of structure would an author likely use to explain how one event led to another in a logical sequence?
Which type of structure would an author likely use to explain how one event led to another in a logical sequence?
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When identifying a cause and effect structure, what can signal this organization in the text?
When identifying a cause and effect structure, what can signal this organization in the text?
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Which structure is used by an author to explain how a situation or issue was addressed in history or everyday life?
Which structure is used by an author to explain how a situation or issue was addressed in history or everyday life?
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Study Notes
Importance of Structure
- The structure of an informational text is crucial in determining its clarity and strength of argument.
Types of Structure
- There are five common structures used in informational texts: cause and effect, compare and contrast, chronological order, problem and solution, and description.
Cause and Effect Structure
- Used to show a direct correlation between one event, idea, or action and its result.
- Can be identified by the author's use of background information and context to lead to a predictable result (the effect).
- Can be reversed, where the effect is listed first, with little change to the meaning of the text.
Compare and Contrast Structure
- Used to analyze the similarities and differences between two similar ideas, people, places, or things.
- Can be used within a single paragraph or as the structure of an entire text.
- Can be identified by noting keywords and connecting phrases like "although," "both," "however," or "as well as."
Chronological Order Structure
- Relates a series of events or actions in the order in which they occurred.
- Commonly used in history textbooks or in background sections in other textbooks.
- Helps the reader understand the manner in which events unfolded and encourages critical thinking.
Problem and Solution Structure
- Used to explain situations in history or everyday life where an issue was addressed.
- Typically involves laying out the problem, explaining how it was addressed, and the resulting solution.
Description Structure
- Used to make a situation or concept more dynamic for the reader.
- Helps to illustrate an event, idea, or situation in a more engaging way than just presenting statistics and facts.
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Explore the importance of text structure in conveying clarity and strength of argument in informational texts, similar to the critical structure requirements in bridges and diets. Learn how to organize your writing effectively for maximum impact.
