Determine the text structure within the given information for each question

1. Definition (a) describe the topic/subject. Author uses details that help a reader better understand the subject. Often used to introduce the topic.
Characteristics / hints (b) one of the most common text structures. Signal words: readers can focus on most important details
Examples (c) article about whales probably would read about: size color diet other characteristics are examples

2. A lists events in the order they took place. Kronos equals Greek equals time. Often used in historical texts
B when facts or events take place. Signal words: not the same as sequence
C JFK elected US president 1960. Cuban missile crisis in 1962 threatens another world war. JFK assassinated in Dallas Texas 1963. Vietnam war protests become common in 65

3. A presents a series of steps in the order they happen. Can take place at any point in time
B often used to win a writers explaining a process
C your give a speech on the steps to correctly do the hamlich maneuver if someone's choking first stand behind the person... Next... Finally... Used whenever, makes it a sequence

4. A explains why something happens or the results of a specific action
B ask what is happening this is the effect. The details that explain why it happens are the causes
C cause one cause 2 cause 3 equals effect. Cause equals effect affect. Cause equals effect equals cause equals effect.

5. A reason why something happens is explained. Rider States an opinion about an issue, explains why is a problem and suggest answers to fix it
C problem: students are arriving party to class solution: have stricter penalties after three tardies

6. A also discusses two or more ideas, concepts, people, things and tell how they are alike and different
B heading to subheadings May help. Arthur May arrange text by alternating paragraphs. Similar to slash the differences
C. A senior in high school exploring two different colleges and how they are alike or different

3 answers

Based on the provided information, the text structures for each question can be categorized as follows:

  1. Definition

    • A: Describes the topic or subject with details to help readers better understand it, often used as an introduction.
    • B: One of the most common text structures; signal words guide the reader to focus on main details.
    • C: Examples include discussing whales by talking about their size, color, diet, and other characteristics.
  2. Chronological Order

    • A: Lists events in the order they occur; derived from the Greek word "Kronos," meaning time.
    • B: Focuses on when facts or events take place; this is distinct from sequence.
    • C: An example timeline includes events related to JFK from his election in 1960 to the Vietnam War protests in 1965.
  3. Sequence of Steps

    • A: Presents a series of steps in the order they occur, applicable at any time.
    • B: Commonly used for explanations of processes.
    • C: Example includes the steps for performing the Heimlich maneuver, organized sequentially (first, next, finally).
  4. Cause and Effect

    • A: Explains why something happens or the outcomes of specific actions.
    • B: Identifies causes and effects, with details explaining what happens and why.
    • C: Cause 1, Cause 2, Cause 3 lead to an effect; emphasizes the relational nature of cause and effect.
  5. Problem and Solution

    • A: Explains why a certain issue exists and offers potential solutions.
    • B: Identifies a problem and presents a rationale along with suggested fixes.
    • C: Example discusses tardiness among students, with proposed stricter penalties after a certain number of tardies.
  6. Comparison and Contrast

    • A: Discusses two or more ideas, concepts, or entities and highlights their similarities and differences.
    • B: Headings and subheadings may organize comparisons; alternating paragraphs can be a method used.
    • C: Example compares two different colleges that a senior in high school is considering, examining their similarities and differences.

Each of these points outlines a distinct text structure commonly found in informational writing.

Now explain how each help a reader in one sentence
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