Distinguish how the structure of a text contributes to its overall meaning and style.
8th Grade Reading - Text Structure in Literature Lesson
Compare and Contrast Literature
The reader can compare and contrast passages from the same genre or different genres. Analyzing the similarities and differences of the passages can help the reader have a broader understanding of literature.
Elements
Some literary elements are common across different genres.
Examples:
Plot and events as well as characters are common in narrative poem and a story or a play
a similar theme may be common in passages of different genres
Structure
The text structure of a passage is effective for a specific purpose.
Examples: Rhymes and rhythm help express emotions in a lyrical poem
stage directions show the characters how to act out their parts
having a fast-paced plot shows a story’s action and events
8th Grade Reading - Text Structure in Literature Lesson