Text Structure
Definitions
Definitions
What is a description?
This text structure provides details about a character, event, or setting.
Why do authors inform?
Authors inform to provide facts and knowledge about a topic.
What is a sequence?
This structure lists events in the order they happen.
What does it mean to entertain?
To entertain means to tell stories or create enjoyable experiences for readers.
What is cause and effect?
This structure shows how one event leads to another.
How do authors persuade?
Authors persuade by convincing readers to agree with their opinions or take action.
What is problem and solution?
This structure presents a challenge and discusses ways to solve it.
What is the purpose of a narrative?
The purpose of a narrative is to tell a story that has a beginning, middle, and end.
What is compare and contrast?
This structure discusses the similarities and differences between two or more items.
What does an author do to explain?
An author explains by providing details and examples to clarify a topic or idea.