Organizational Patterns

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What is an organizational pattern?

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An organizational pattern is a specific way in which information is arranged in a text to help readers understand the content.

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What is the 'problem & solution' organizational pattern?

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The 'problem & solution' pattern describes an issue and presents one or more solutions to that issue.

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In which types of texts do organizational patterns typically occur?

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Organizational patterns typically occur in non-fiction texts.

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What does the 'sequence of events' organizational pattern describe?

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The 'sequence of events' pattern describes information in the order that it happens.

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What is the 'cause & effect' organizational pattern?

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The 'cause & effect' pattern explains why something happened (the cause) and what happened as a result (the effect).

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Give an example of a text that uses the 'compare & contrast' organizational pattern.

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A text that compares two different animals, highlighting their similarities and differences, uses the 'compare & contrast' pattern.

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What type of organizational pattern is used in a recipe?

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A recipe typically uses the 'sequence of events' pattern, as it lists steps in the order they should be completed.

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What is the main purpose of using organizational patterns in writing?

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The main purpose is to help readers understand and follow the information presented in a clear and logical way.

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How does the 'chronological order' organizational pattern work?

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The 'chronological order' pattern presents events in the order they occurred, from the earliest to the latest.

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What is an example of a 'problem & solution' text?

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An article discussing pollution in a city and suggesting ways to reduce it is an example of a 'problem & solution' text.