Text Structures Quiz

Which text structure is used to show similarities and differences between two or more things?

• problem and solution

• compare and contrast

• compare and contrast

• cause and effect

What text structure is used to explain the reasons why something happens and the results of that happening?

• chronological

• cause and effect

• compare and contrast

• problem and solution

In which text structure does the author present a problem and then provide one or more solutions?

• compare-contrast

• cause-effect

• problem-solution

• chronological

Which text structure is used to provide details and characteristics about a person, place, thing, or event?

• descriptive

• persuasive

• narrative

• expository

What text structure is used to present information or events in a chronological order or step-by-step process?

• Sequential or chronological order

• Reverse order

• Random order

• Alphabetical order

What is the purpose of using the compare and contrast text structure?

• To summarize information.

• To analyze similarities and differences.

• To persuade the reader.

• To provide a chronological sequence.

Why is the cause and effect text structure important in nonfiction writing?

• The cause and effect text structure is not important in nonfiction writing.

• The cause and effect text structure is important in nonfiction writing because it helps to explain the relationship between events or actions and their consequences.

• The cause and effect text structure is only important in fiction writing.

• The cause and effect text structure is important in nonfiction writing because it confuses the reader.

How does the problem and solution text structure help readers understand the content better?

• The problem and solution text structure does not help readers understand the content better.

• The problem and solution text structure confuses readers and makes it harder to understand the content.

• The problem and solution text structure is irrelevant and does not impact readers' understanding of the content.

• The problem and solution text structure helps readers understand the content better by providing a clear and organized format.

What are some common signal words or phrases used in the description text structure?

• for example, such as, in addition, also, furthermore, moreover, similarly, likewise, in contrast, however, on the other hand, nevertheless, therefore, thus, as a result, consequently

• for instance, like, in addition to, also, furthermore, moreover, similarly, likewise, in comparison, however, on the flip side, nonetheless, thus, hence, as a consequence, accordingly

• such as, for example, additionally, moreover, furthermore, in addition, similarly, likewise, on the contrary, nevertheless, nonetheless, hence, therefore, as a result, consequently, thus

• like, for instance, in addition, also, furthermore, moreover, similarly, likewise, on the other hand, nonetheless, nevertheless, hence, thus, as a consequence, accordingly, consequently

Why is it important to use the sequence text structure when explaining a process or procedure?

• It makes the process or procedure more complicated than necessary.

• It is not important to use the sequence text structure.

• It confuses the reader and makes the information difficult to understand.

• It helps to organize the information in a logical and easy-to-follow manner.