Organizational Patterns

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What is an organizational pattern?

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An organizational pattern is a specific way to arrange information in writing to help readers understand the content better.

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What does 'cause and effect' mean in organizational patterns?

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'Cause and effect' describes a relationship where one event (the cause) leads to another event (the effect).

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What is 'compare and contrast'?

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'Compare and contrast' is an organizational pattern that shows how two or more things are alike and how they are different.

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What is 'chronological order'?

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Chronological order is an organizational pattern that arranges events in the order they occurred, from first to last.

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What is a 'problem and solution' organizational pattern?

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A 'problem and solution' pattern presents a problem and then discusses one or more solutions to that problem.

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What key words are often used in 'cause and effect' patterns?

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Key words include 'because', 'therefore', 'as a result', and 'consequently'.

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What key words are often used in 'compare and contrast' patterns?

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Key words include 'similarly', 'on the other hand', 'but', and 'however'.

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What is the purpose of using organizational patterns in writing?

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Organizational patterns help to clarify ideas, making it easier for readers to follow and understand the information.

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What is an example of a 'problem and solution' pattern?

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An example is discussing pollution as a problem and then suggesting recycling as a solution.

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How can 'chronological order' be used in a story?

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In a story, chronological order can be used to narrate events as they happen, helping the reader follow the timeline.