Text Structures

Front

This type of writing considers similarities and differences.

Back

compare & contrast

Front

In this type of writing, the reader will see words/phrases such as because, cause, as a result of, effects, and due to.

Back

cause & effect

Front

In this type of writing the reader will find words/phrases such as a problem, trouble, solve, answer, or solution.

Back

problem & solution

Front

This type of writing gives information in order step-by-step.

Back

order & sequence

Front

This type of writing is usually in chronological order.

Back

order & sequence

Front

What is the relationship between student absenteeism and lower average grades? Options: problem & solution, order & sequence, compare & contrast, cause & effect.

Back

cause & effect

Front

Every morning, I wake up at about 7:00 AM. The first thing I do is make my bed and pick out the clothes I’m going to wear. Then, I brush my teeth and take a shower. After my shower, I dry my hair and get dressed.

Options:

description

,

compare & contrast

,

order & sequence

,

problem & solution

Back

order & sequence

Front

What is the relationship between oranges and lemons based on their description? Options: description, compare & contrast, order & sequence, problem & solution.

Back

compare & contrast

Front

What type of writing is used in the passage describing the school hallway? Options: description, compare & contrast, order & sequence, problem & solution.

Back

description

Front

The sun shone bright yellow in a cloudless blue sky. A faint haze rose from the glistening pavement, suggesting steam rising off a hot surface.

Back

description