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Lesson 279 of 500 · Extra Passages
⭐ 30 XPText Structure
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Text structure refers to the way information in a text is organized.
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Text structure refers to the way information in a text is organized. Understanding text structure helps readers know what to expect and how to find key ideas. There are several common structures, such as chronological order, which shows events in the order they happen, or cause and effect, where one event leads to another. For example, in a story about planting a garden, the chronological order might describe how you prepare the soil, plant the seeds, and then watch the flowers bloom. Recognizing these patterns can make reading easier and more enjoyable!
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1 of 2What does text structure help readers understand?
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