Description
What is the adjective in the sentence?
She ran to the big park.
Adjective: Big
What is the pronoun in this sentence?
They are reading a funny book.
Pronoun: They
What is the verb in this sentence?
We played with the small puppy.
Verb: played
What is the adjective in this sentence?
It is a cold day.
Adjective: cold
What is the pronoun in this sentence?
He kicked the red ball.
Pronoun: He
What are description key words? Give 2
For example, for instance, specifically, in particular, in addition.
What are the compare and contrast key words? Give 2
similarly, likewise, however, but, as opposed to, as well as, alike, different
What are the cause and effect key words? Give 2
as a result, therefore, reason why, because of, may be, due to.
What are the problem and solution keywords? Give 2
Issue, challenge, predicament, answer, resolve, fix, method, concern, repair
What are the sequential keywords? Give 2
first, next, then, after, finally, last, in the end
True or false: Description includes multiple describing words?
True
True or false: Compare and contrast only needs 1 subject in the text.
False, there must be at least 2 subjects in the text.
True or false:
Cause and effect is used to explain events in order
False, the cause and effect text structure is used to explain why an event happened and what happened as a result.
True or false:
Problems and solution is often used in movies.
True... think about it.
In the Beauty and the Beast: (problem) Belle goes to save her dad and gets captured by the beast. (solution) Belle gets to really know the beast and make a connection with him and they live happily ever after (she is not being held against her will:)
Transformers: (problem) Megatron is the leader of the Decepticons. In each movie, he is trying to destroy Optimus Prime for a variety of reasons. (solution) Optimus Prime gathers all the other transformers, and they defeat Megatron, one way or another.
True or false:
Sequential text structure gives events in a specific order.
True, sequential events can often be put in a story map or on a timeline.
Is this sentence a description text structure example? If yes, why? If no, what text structure is it?
Whenever the sailor went on the boat and out to sea, he got caught in a storm. To avoid getting hurt, he called the coast guard and got back to shore safely.
No, it is a problem and solution text structure.
Is this a compare and contrast text structure example? If yes, why? If no, what is it?
Sea turtles and tortoises are both reptiles, but they have many differences. Sea turtles live in the ocean and use flippers to swim, while tortoises live on land and have strong legs for walking. Sea turtles have flat, smooth shells that help them move through water, but tortoises have high, round shells that protect them on land. Both animals lay eggs and have hard shells, which makes them similar. Even though sea turtles and tortoises are related, they live in different habitats and move in very different ways.
Yes, because it is comparing sea turtles to land tortoises.
Is this a cause-and-effect text structure example? If yes, why? If no, what text structure is it?
The old oak tree stands in the middle of the park with a thick, rough trunk and wide branches that stretch like open arms. Its bright green leaves rustle softly in the wind, creating a gentle whispering sound. Small birds rest in the branches, and the cool shade beneath the tree feels calm and peaceful. The tree’s size, texture, and sounds make it a strong and comforting presence in the park.
No, it is a description text structure because nothing is happening (cause) and nothing that happened because of it (effect). The text gives details about a tree in a part.
Is this an example of problem and solution text structure? If yes, why? If no, what text structure is it?
Many students had trouble finishing their homework on time because they were easily distracted at home. As a result, their grades began to drop, and they felt frustrated. To solve this problem, the students created a quiet homework space and set a regular time to work each day. After making these changes, they were able to focus better and complete their assignments on time.
Yes, because it states that the problem is students not finishing their homework and their grades dropping. The solution is giving students a quiet place to do homework and setting a regular time each day to work on homework.
Is this an example of a sequential text? If yes, why? If no, what text structure is it?
When it rained heavily for several days, the river began to overflow its banks. Because of the flooding, nearby roads were closed and some homes were damaged. As a result, families had to leave their houses and stay in shelters until the water went down. Once the rain stopped and the river levels dropped, people were able to return home and begin repairs.
No, it is a cause and effect because it talks about how it rained a lot, floods started, and as a result, people had to leave their homes.
What is the definition of description text?
Provides information about a topic
What is the definition of the compare and contrast text structure?
Similarities and differences are presented between two or more topics.
What is the definition of the cause and effect text structure?
It explains why something happened and what happened as a result.
What is the definition of the problem and solution text structure?
Presents a specific issue or challenge, explains its details, then offers one or more resolutions or remedies.
What is the definition of the sequential text structure?
organizes information in a specific order, showing steps in a process or events in the order that they happened.