Text Structure Detective

While some people prefer the hustle and bustle of city life, others find more peace in the quiet of the countryside.

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First, the caterpillar hatches from an egg; next, it becomes a larva; then, it forms a chrysalis; and finally, it emerges as a butterfly.

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Because the river overflowed, the nearby town was flooded and many homes were damaged.

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Smartphones can be used to make calls and send texts, whereas tablets are better suited for reading and browsing the internet.

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The community faced a problem with litter in the park, so they organized a clean-up event to solve it.

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After the heavy rains, the plants in the garden grew much taller and healthier.

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The author describes the differences between life in the 19th century and life today, highlighting how technology has changed daily routines.

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To bake a cake, first mix the dry ingredients, then add the wet ingredients, and finally bake it in the oven for the right amount of time.

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Many fish species migrate upstream to lay their eggs because the water temperature is ideal for egg incubation.

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The book discusses the issue of deforestation and proposes reforestation as a way to restore balance to the ecosystem.

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