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Which statement best describes how Stephanie and Jim are portrayed in the example given?
Which statement best describes how Stephanie and Jim are portrayed in the example given?
What is an indicator that a text may be using a compare and contrast structure?
What is an indicator that a text may be using a compare and contrast structure?
In chronological order structures, what is the primary goal of the passages?
In chronological order structures, what is the primary goal of the passages?
What is the main purpose of using a problem and solution structure in an informational text?
What is the main purpose of using a problem and solution structure in an informational text?
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How does descriptive structure enhance the understanding of a topic in informational texts?
How does descriptive structure enhance the understanding of a topic in informational texts?
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What feature distinguishes informative texts structured in chronological order from those using problem and solution?
What feature distinguishes informative texts structured in chronological order from those using problem and solution?
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What is the effect of using descriptive language in informational texts?
What is the effect of using descriptive language in informational texts?
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What is the primary purpose of the cause and effect structure in informational texts?
What is the primary purpose of the cause and effect structure in informational texts?
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Which structure would most likely be used to highlight the similarities and differences between two sports teams?
Which structure would most likely be used to highlight the similarities and differences between two sports teams?
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In an informational text, what indicates a cause and effect structure when analyzing the writing?
In an informational text, what indicates a cause and effect structure when analyzing the writing?
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Which of the following is NOT one of the five common structures of informational texts mentioned?
Which of the following is NOT one of the five common structures of informational texts mentioned?
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What is a characteristic of the compare and contrast structure in informative writing?
What is a characteristic of the compare and contrast structure in informative writing?
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What role does background information play in a cause and effect structure?
What role does background information play in a cause and effect structure?
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Identify the primary outcome of the described effect in a cause and effect structure.
Identify the primary outcome of the described effect in a cause and effect structure.
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What might be a feature of a problem and solution structure in informational writing?
What might be a feature of a problem and solution structure in informational writing?
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Study Notes
Informational Text Structures
- Informational text structure is crucial for clarity and argument strength.
- Authors choose structures to effectively communicate their message.
- Common structures include cause and effect, compare and contrast, chronological order, problem and solution, and description.
Cause and Effect
- Relates events, ideas, or actions to their consequences.
- Can be presented with cause followed by effect, or effect followed by cause.
- Identifiable through background information leading to a predictable result.
- Example: Tigers' poor performance and lack of All-Star players led to their defeat by the Warriors.
Compare and Contrast
- Analyzes similarities and differences between subjects.
- Can span a single paragraph or an entire text.
- Often involves separate sections for each subject followed by a comparative analysis.
- Identifiable by keywords like "although," "both," "however," "as well as".
- Example: Comparing and contrasting political viewpoints of Stephanie and Jim.
Chronological Order
- Presents events in the order they occurred.
- Commonly used in history texts/background information.
- Helps reader understand sequence of events.
- Promotes critical thinking about why events occurred.
Problem and Solution
- Explains situations with a problem and how it's addressed.
- Generally outlines the problem, solution, and the effect of the solution.
- Can be a stand-alone example or structure of entire texts.
- Example: Physical therapy as a solution to Devin's torn knee muscles.
Description
- Enhances understanding through vivid details.
- Creates a clear picture for the reader.
- Makes complex or abstract concepts more tangible.
- Example: Vividly describing a World War I battlefield scene.
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Test your knowledge on the different structures of informational text, including cause and effect, compare and contrast, and more. Understand how these structures contribute to clarity and argument strength in writing. This quiz will challenge your understanding and application of these concepts.
