Compare and Contrast:

Compare and contrast text structure is when a piece of writing compare and contrasts 2 or more things.

-Fruits

-Grown on a tree

-Healthy

-Round

-Orange

-Juicy

-Rougher texture

-must be peeled to eat

-Can be red, green, pink or yellow

-Smoother texture

-Do not have to peel

Compare and Contrast Example:

Apples and oranges have many similarities and differences. Let's start with what they have in common. First, both are fruits and grown on trees. Also, they are both round, delicious and healthy. Now let's explore how they are different. Oranges are always orange. In contrast apples can be green, red, pink or yellow. Finally, you do not eat the peel of an orange, but you can eat the skin of an apple.

Signal Words:

-compare

-contrast

-alike

-difference

-in contrast

-on the other hand

Problem and Solution:

Problem and solution text structure is when a problem is given and possible solutions to that problem.

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Must move quickly to follow the animal herds.

Make Teepees for quick put up and take down of homes.

Problem and Solution Example:

Native Americans on the great plains dealt with one major issue. They had to move quickly with moving animal herds. It was hard for them to packing up homes quickly. The best solution to the problem was Teepees. They can be quickly taken down for easy moves. This answer to their problem allowed an easier way of life and allowed them to follow their food source wherever they went.

Signal Words:

-problem

-solution

-issue

-answer

-challenges

-difficulties

-reason

Description:

This text structure is simply when details or more information are given on a topic.

Huskies

Dog Breed

Grey, White

and Black

45-70 pounds

Sled Dogs

Pointed Ears

Thick Tail

Description Example:

Huskies are a beautiful breed of dogs. They are typically white, gray or black in color. In addition to that they have thick tails and pointed ears. For example, their tails are thick like a horses tail. Another characteristic of Huskies are their light colored eyes. Finally, they typically weigh between 45 and 70 pounds.

Signal Words:

-for example

-for instance

-in addition

-also

-next

-again