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English-Structure
Structure
General
When discussing the structure of a text, it is important to consider the effects created by the areas mentioned below, as well as how it looks on the page.
The opening of a text usually introduces the writer’s main topic or subject. In most text types, the writer wants to catch the reader's attention and hint at what is to come. If the opening is not effective, the reader might lose interest and stop reading.
The middle section is often a balance between liveliness and detail. It is where the writer must develop the main ideas and even include explanations and support. These will often be presented in stages or with several twists and turns of argument.
The ending generally sums up the main idea of the text, that is, its writer’s ‘controlling idea’. It can make a final point, or bring a conclusion, for example to a story.
beginning
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The opening of a text is usually crucial to its success. When you read the opening of a text, consider what the writer is trying to do.
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Middle
The middle section is where the writer develops the main ideas. It will usually include explanations and support.
This is the heart of the piece and it contains the key points. It will probably have three to five ‘body’ paragraphs.
Each paragraph will likely start with a clear topic sentence that introduces its main point, one that is developing the overall point of the piece.
Ending
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How a text ends can be as important as how it begins. Good endings should leave the reader feeling satisfied.
Layout
Certain texts, especially non-fiction, follow genre conventions regarding layout. To be effective they need to be laid out in ways that capture interest and draw attention to important information, make information clear, or help the reader find what they want to read.
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Analysing structure
When analysing the structure of a text, which refers to the effect created by the chosen sequencing of ideas, you need to explain your own ideas.
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