Text Types and Structures
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Objective
I can identify the organizational structure of different text types.
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Warm-up video
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Key concepts
3 concepts
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Common text structures include cause and effect, chronology, problem and solution, and comparison.
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To compare text structures, first identify the structure, then analyze why the author chose that structure, and finally compare and contrast the two texts.
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A compare and contrast text structure may include keywords such as on the other hand, similar, or different.
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Practice
12 questions
What is the purpose of understanding text structures?
Which of the following is NOT a common text structure discussed in the video?
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Exit ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Read the paragraph and identify the organizational structure used: 'Many people enjoy playing sports. Some people like playing basketball because it is a fast-paced and exciting game. On the other hand, some people prefer swimming because it is a relaxing and low-impact activity. Both sports are great exercise, but they offer different experiences.'”
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