Question

informational text structures
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after reading each of the paragraphs, determine the text structure in which it is written and follow the individual directions
building a campfire
sitting around a campfire is a classic summer camping tradition. before you can tell scary stories, though, you will need to build your fire. begin by gathering fire wood from around your camp. in addition to wood, you will need other tinder like pine needles, bark, or dead plants to help ignite the fire. then, dig a small pit for your fire and build a ring of stone around it for maximum safety. place your wood and tinder into the pit and start the fire using an ignition source such as a match. once ignited, slightly blow on your flame to build heat. when you have a flame, use large pieces of firewood to build a teepee. now sit back and relax in front of your roaring campfire!

1. identify the text structure used
2. circle three words that give you a clue about the type of text structure used
3. use context clues to write a definition for the word \tinder\
4. underline the sentence that tells you what to do as soon as your fire is lit

lodging options for all
are you the type of camper who enjoys the outdoors and wants to snooze under the stars with only the cover of a fabric tent? or are you an indoor camper, who prefers the safety of a cabin and a roof over your head? you are sure to have a blast with both choices. if you choose to camp in a tent, be prepared to spend an hour or two setting up your temporary lodge. on the other hand, cabin - goers just need to open their front door and plop down their belongings. think about where you keep your food - a cabin often has a hinge and latching door, whereas a tent will need to be zipped shut. hungry animals can usually find their way into both if they try hard enough. if you are sleeping in a tent while camping, bundle up under your sleeping bag. the cabin residents, however, can cozy up on their cots with sheets and blankets. which lodging option is right for you?

1. identify the text structure used
2. circle three phrases that give you a clue about the type of text structure used
3. write a subtitle for the paragraph. explain why you chose that subtitle
4. underline the sentence(s) that tells you why sleeping in a cabin might be warmer

Explanation:

For "Building a Campfire":

1. The text structure is sequence/procedural as it gives a step - by - step guide on building a campfire.
2. Clue words could be "begin", "then", "once", "when".
3. "Tinder" is something (like pine needles, bark, or dead plants) that helps ignite the fire.
4. The sentence is "Once ignited, slightly blow on your flame to build heat."

For "Lodging Options for All":

1. The text structure is compare - and - contrast as it compares tent camping and cabin camping.
2. Clue phrases could be "on the other hand", "whereas", "however".
3. A subtitle could be "Tent vs Cabin Camping". It is chosen because the paragraph mainly focuses on the differences and similarities between the two camping accommodation options.
4. The sentence is "The cabin residents, however, can cozy up on their cots with sheets and blankets."

Answer:

For "Building a Campfire":

1. Sequence/Procedural
2. "begin", "then", "once" (or other similar words)
3. Tinder is materials (such as pine needles, bark, dead plants) that assist in starting a fire.
4. Once ignited, slightly blow on your flame to build heat.

For "Lodging Options for All":

1. Compare - and - contrast
2. "on the other hand", "whereas", "however"
3. "Tent vs Cabin Camping" (explanation: focuses on comparing the two lodging options)
4. The cabin residents, however, can cozy up on their cots with sheets and blankets.