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Which of the following best describes the function of text structure?
Which of the following best describes the function of text structure?
- To limit the author's creativity by enforcing strict formatting rules.
- To organize information in a passage using different forms and composition standards for varied purposes. (correct)
- To confuse the reader with complex sentence arrangements.
- To randomly scatter information without any organizational pattern.
Identifying text structure can help readers do which of the following?
Identifying text structure can help readers do which of the following?
- Comprehend the writing's purpose.
- Pinpoint the information being searched without difficulty.
- Develop a common understanding about how to communicate successfully in different situations.
- All of the above. (correct)
Which text structure is characterized by telling a story with the main goal of entertaining?
Which text structure is characterized by telling a story with the main goal of entertaining?
- Cause and Effect
- Description
- Narrative (correct)
- Comparison
If a passage includes elements such as characters, setting, and resolution, which text structure is LEAST likely to be used?
If a passage includes elements such as characters, setting, and resolution, which text structure is LEAST likely to be used?
Which of the following is most indicative of a descriptive text structure?
Which of the following is most indicative of a descriptive text structure?
Which text structure is primarily used to add more information to explain, persuade, define, or illustrate a general idea with vivid examples?
Which text structure is primarily used to add more information to explain, persuade, define, or illustrate a general idea with vivid examples?
A text that discusses the similarities and differences between dogs and cats is likely using which text structure?
A text that discusses the similarities and differences between dogs and cats is likely using which text structure?
Which text structure would be most suitable for explaining why the Roman Empire fell?
Which text structure would be most suitable for explaining why the Roman Empire fell?
A passage that presents the issue of school bullying, suggests several strategies to combat it, and then describes the positive outcomes of implementing a specific program is likely using which text structure?
A passage that presents the issue of school bullying, suggests several strategies to combat it, and then describes the positive outcomes of implementing a specific program is likely using which text structure?
Which text structure is MOST likely used in an advertisement trying to convince people to buy a product?
Which text structure is MOST likely used in an advertisement trying to convince people to buy a product?
If a recipe lists steps such as 'First, preheat the oven to 350 degrees' and 'Next, mix the dry ingredients,' which text structure is being used?
If a recipe lists steps such as 'First, preheat the oven to 350 degrees' and 'Next, mix the dry ingredients,' which text structure is being used?
A historical account detailing the events leading up to World War I is most likely structured using which text structure?
A historical account detailing the events leading up to World War I is most likely structured using which text structure?
In order to be classified as a narrative, a passage must have which element?
In order to be classified as a narrative, a passage must have which element?
Which option best illustrates the primary role of adjectives in a passage using a descriptive text structure?
Which option best illustrates the primary role of adjectives in a passage using a descriptive text structure?
What is the key purpose of vivid examples in a text that employs the classification/exemplification structure?
What is the key purpose of vivid examples in a text that employs the classification/exemplification structure?
If a passage outlines both the advantages and disadvantages of electric cars, what text structure is being used?
If a passage outlines both the advantages and disadvantages of electric cars, what text structure is being used?
What is the most crucial element for establishing a 'cause' in a cause-and-effect text structure?
What is the most crucial element for establishing a 'cause' in a cause-and-effect text structure?
What distinguishes the 'problem' component in a problem-solution text structure from a simple statement of fact?
What distinguishes the 'problem' component in a problem-solution text structure from a simple statement of fact?
What characteristic is most important for effective persuasion?
What characteristic is most important for effective persuasion?
Why is strict order important in a chronological text structure?
Why is strict order important in a chronological text structure?
Flashcards
Text Structure
Text Structure
How information is organized in a passage using different forms and standards of composition.
Narrative
Narrative
A text structure that tells a story including elements such as character/s, setting, problem, resolution, etc.
Description
Description
A text structure describing a scene, person, or object, listing attributes and using adjectives.
Exemplification/Classification
Exemplification/Classification
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Comparison
Comparison
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Cause and Effect
Cause and Effect
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Problem-Solution
Problem-Solution
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Persuasion
Persuasion
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Sequence/Chronological
Sequence/Chronological
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Study Notes
- Text structures refer to how information is organized in a passage
- Text structure uses different forms and standards of composition for a variety of purposes
Purposes and Advantages
- Aids in understanding the purpose of writing
- Helps to pinpoint information being searched for easily
- Helps develop a common understanding of how to communicate successfully in different situations
Narrative Text Structure
- Tells a story with the main purpose of entertaining
- Narrative text includes elements such as characters, setting, problem, and resolution
Example of Narrative Text Structure
- The author recalls learning how to swim at age eight and being afraid of the pool
- The author use to envy kids playing with inflatable balls, but would sit alone at the pool
- The author's mom enrolled the author in swimming lessons to try and overcome the fear
Descriptive Text Structure
- Gives information describing a scene, person, or object
- The general structure is a list of attributes or facts using adjectives
Example of Descriptive Text Structure
- The author describes a childhood friend, Margarette, noting her height relative to the author's sister, Viv
- Margarette had curly, dark hair and pale skin
- She had big round blue eyes
Classification/Exemplification Text Structure
- Provides examples, solid support, and strong evidence to prove a point
- Uses specific and vivid examples for the purpose of adding more information to explain, persuade, define, or illustrate a general idea
Comparison Text Structure
- Describes how two or more events, places, characters, or other ideas may be similar and/or different in multiple ways
Cause and Effect Text Structure
- Includes several reasons why an event occurred or several effects that resulted from a cause or multiple causes
Sequence/Chronological Text Structure
- Lists a series of events that lead to a conclusion
- Includes a sequence of events related to a particular event
- Presents steps in specific order
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