Informational Text Structures

Text Structure Signal Words Match the text structure on the left to its signal words on the right! cause and effect cause, effect, because, so, as a result, because of, reason problem and solution issue, problem, solve, solution, challenge, goal, remedy, concern compare and contrast alike, different, both, on the other hand, compare, contrast, differences, similarities, same, but description characteristics, for example, for instance, illustrates, in fact, in addition to, reveals, such as sequence and order first, next, last, finally, chronological, to begin with, at last, in conclusion, days of the week, years, times on the clock. 1. Each morning I have a very specific routine. First, I brush my teeth and wash my face. Then, I pick out my clothes and get dressed. Finally, I grab something to eat before heading out the door. Compare and Contrast Sequence and order Problem Cause and Effect Description 2. There are many things I like about both of my Kansas City teams even though they are two different sports. Both teams are made up of some amazing players who are great role models. However, the Royals are a baseball team and the Chiefs play football. Sequence and Order Description Problem/ Solution Compare and Contrast Cause and Effect 3. One major issue facing the Kansas City Chiefs right now is that their quarterback is injured. Patrick Mahomes was already nursing an ankle sprain when he dislocated his knee last Thursday. The only way to fix the problem now is for him to miss a couple of weeks while he heals. Problem Sequence and Order Cause and Effect Description Compare and Contrast 4. Pollution causes many issues all across the globe. Some of the biggest include loss of habitat and extinction of different animal species. The effects of pollution can be seen in places like the polar ice caps, where the ice is melting. Because of the melting ice, polar bears may soon be extinct. Description Sequence and Order Cause and Effect Compare and Contrast Problem and Solution 5. The Labrador retriever is a medium sized dog breed that comes in multiple colors. The three most popular colors of the breed are yellow, brown, and black. There are also various other colors available. Labradors have two distinct body structures, the English lab and the American lab. Labradors are lively dogs that need plenty of exercise. Compare and Contrast Problem and Solution Order and Sequence Description Cause and Effect