Text Structures Quiz

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

• To analyze similarities and differences between two or more subjects, events, or ideas.

• To provide a chronological account of events

• To persuade the reader to take a specific action

• To describe a single subject in detail

Which text structure is used to show the relationship between two or more events or ideas?

• cause and effect

• compare and contrast

• sequence

• problem and solution

In the cause and effect text structure, what does the cause refer to?

• The result or effect of an event or action.

• The time period during which an event or action occurs.

• The location where an event or action takes place.

• The event or action that leads to a certain result or effect.

What is the problem and solution text structure used for?

• To present a solution without any problem.

• To present multiple problems and their solutions.

• To present a solution and its problem.

• To present a problem and its solution.

Which text structure presents information in a step-by-step order?

• Sequential or Chronological

• Descriptive

• Random

• Comparative

What is the purpose of the question and answer text structure?

• To present information in a random order

• To make the text more difficult to understand

• The purpose is to present information in a clear and organized way.

• To confuse the reader

Give an example of a compare and contrast text structure.

• Example: Comparing and contrasting the advantages and disadvantages of studying abroad versus studying in your home country.

• Example: Comparing and contrasting the advantages and disadvantages of living in a city versus living in the countryside.

• Example: Comparing and contrasting the similarities and differences between two different books.

• Example: Comparing and contrasting the benefits and drawbacks of using public transportation versus driving a car.

What are some signal words or phrases that indicate a cause and effect relationship?

• because, since, as a result, consequently, therefore, thus, due to, leads to, results in

• although

• nevertheless

• despite

Provide an example of a problem and solution text structure.

• Problem: The car won't start. Solution: Replace the engine.

• Problem: The car won't start. Solution: Check the battery connections and try jump-starting the car.

• Problem: The car won't start. Solution: Change the radio station.

• Problem: The car won't start. Solution: Fill up the gas tank.

List three signal words or phrases that indicate a sequence text structure.

• First, next, finally

• Beginning, middle, end

• Yesterday, today, tomorrow

• Before, after, during