Identifying Text Structures Quiz for Grade 6

After a heavy storm, the city experienced widespread flooding. This led to the closure of many roads and schools. What text structure is being used in this passage?

• Cause and Effect

• Chronological Order

• Compare and Contrast

• Descriptive

Answer explanation

The passage uses the cause and effect text structure to explain how the heavy storm led to widespread flooding, resulting in the closure of roads and schools.

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The life cycle of a butterfly starts with an egg. The egg hatches into a caterpillar. After some time, the caterpillar forms a chrysalis. Finally, a butterfly emerges. Which text structure does this passage illustrate?

• Sequence of Events

• Problem and Solution

• Descriptive

• Cause and Effect

Answer explanation

The passage describes the life cycle of a butterfly, which follows a sequence of events from egg to butterfly. This illustrates the text structure of 'Sequence of Events'.

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Cats and dogs are both popular pets, but they have some differences. Cats usually require less attention than dogs, and they are more independent. Dogs, on the other hand, are more social and may need more time and energy from their owners. What text structure is used here?

• Compare and Contrast

• Chronological Order

• Cause and Effect

• Descriptive

Answer explanation

The text structure used in the given passage is Compare and Contrast. It highlights the differences between cats and dogs, emphasizing their contrasting characteristics.

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Many people are moving to the city for better job opportunities. This has caused an increase in traffic and housing prices. What text structure does this passage use?

• Cause and Effect

• Problem and Solution

• Sequence of Events

• Compare and Contrast

Answer explanation

The passage uses the cause and effect text structure to explain how moving to the city for better job opportunities has resulted in increased traffic and housing prices.

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CCSS.RI.4.5

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First, gather all your ingredients. Next, mix the dry ingredients in one bowl and the wet in another. Then, combine both mixtures and pour into a baking pan. Finally, bake for 25 minutes at 350 degrees Fahrenheit. This passage is an example of which text structure?

• Sequence of Events

• Descriptive

• Chronological Order

• Problem and Solution

Answer explanation

The passage describes a series of steps in a specific order, indicating a sequence of events. This makes 'Sequence of Events' the correct choice.

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The Sahara Desert is vast and covers most of North Africa. It is known for its extreme temperatures, which can be scorching during the day and freezing at night. The desert is also home to various species that have adapted to these harsh conditions. What text structure is being used?

• Descriptive

• Cause and Effect

• Compare and Contrast

• Sequence of Events

Answer explanation

The text structure being used in the given passage is Descriptive. It provides information about the Sahara Desert, its extreme temperatures, and the species that have adapted to the harsh conditions.

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To solve the issue of declining bee populations, scientists are researching ways to protect their habitats and are developing new bee-friendly pesticides. What text structure does this passage illustrate?

• Problem and Solution

• Cause and Effect

• Descriptive

• Compare and Contrast

Answer explanation

The passage illustrates the Problem and Solution text structure, as it discusses the issue of declining bee populations and the scientists' research to protect their habitats and develop bee-friendly pesticides.

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The Titanic sank in 1912 after hitting an iceberg. This tragic event led to the loss of over 1,500 lives. Following the disaster, new safety regulations for ships were implemented. This passage uses which text structure?

• Cause and Effect

• Chronological Order

• Problem and Solution

• Sequence of Events

Answer explanation

The passage uses the text structure of Cause and Effect to explain how the sinking of the Titanic led to the implementation of new safety regulations for ships.

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CCSS.RI.4.5

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A tornado is a rapidly rotating column of air that is in contact with both the surface of the Earth and a cumulonimbus cloud or, in rare cases, the base of a cumulus cloud. They are often referred to as twisters or cyclones, although the word cyclone is used in meteorology to name a weather system with a low-pressure center around which winds blow counterclockwise in the Northern Hemisphere and clockwise in the Southern Hemisphere. This passage is an example of which text structure?

• Descriptive

• Compare and Contrast

• Cause and Effect

• Sequence of Events

Answer explanation

The passage describes the characteristics of a tornado, making it a descriptive text structure.

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In the 1800s, the industrial revolution led to significant changes in manufacturing. Before this period, items were made by hand. However, with the invention of machines, production became faster and more efficient, leading to an increase in the availability of goods. This passage best illustrates which text structure?

• Chronological Order

• Cause and Effect

• Compare and Contrast

• Descriptive

Answer explanation

The passage describes the sequence of events in the industrial revolution, indicating a chronological order.

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