Text Structure Quiz

What is the text structure that explains why something happened and the result of it?

• Cause and effect

• Compare and contrast

• Chronological order

• Effect and cause

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

• The reason for the cause

• The background information

• The cause itself

• The result or outcome of a cause

What is the text structure that presents a problem and offers solutions to solve it?

• Problem-solution

• Narrative

• Cause-effect

• Compare-contrast

In a problem and solution text structure, what is the purpose of presenting the problem?

• To entertain the audience

• To confuse the reader

• To provide context and establish the need for a solution

• To provide a summary of the solution

In a problem and solution text structure, what is the purpose of presenting the solution?

• To introduce a new problem

• To provide a resolution to the problem

• To confuse the reader

• To make the problem seem more difficult

What are some common signal words used in cause and effect text structure?

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

• tomorrow, yesterday, today

• apple, banana, orange

• happy, sad, angry

How can identifying the text structure help in understanding the main idea of a passage?

• By ignoring the text structure and focusing only on individual words

• By reading the passage backwards

• By understanding how the information is organized and presented in the passage.

• By skipping the introduction and conclusion of the passage

Why is it important for writers to use text structure in their writing?

• To make the writing more chaotic

• To confuse the reader

• To make the information difficult to understand

• To organize and present information in a clear and logical manner.

"Hurricanes are powerful tropical storms that can cause extensive damage. The strong winds and heavy rain of hurricanes can destroy buildings, uproot trees, and cause flooding. In some cases, hurricanes have even led to loss of life."

• Cause/Effect

• Chronological

• Problem/Solution

• Compare/Contrast

Answer explanation

The passage presents a cause (hurricanes) and its effects (damage, destruction, flooding).

"Many kids spend too much time sitting indoors and playing video games or watching TV. This sedentary lifestyle can lead to various health problems. However, regular physical activity has numerous benefits for children, including improved cardiovascular health, better concentration, and enhanced social skills."

• Problem/Solution
  

• Compare/Contrast

• Cause/Effect

• Chronological

Answer explanation

The passage presents a problem (sedentary lifestyle) and its effects (health problems), highlighting the cause and effect relationship.