Text Structure and Graphic Features 2

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

• To describe the physical characteristics of a subject

• To persuade the reader to take a specific action

• To highlight similarities and differences between subjects

• To provide a chronological sequence of events

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

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

• The final outcome of the story

• The setting where the story takes place

• The main character of the text

Arrange the following events in the correct sequence: A. The alarm rang B. The students evacuated the building C. The fire alarm went off

• ACB

• BCA

• BAC

• CAB

What is the problem in the text structure 'problem and solution'?

• The solution is presented before the problem

• The problem is not clearly defined

• The problem is initially presented before providing the solution.

• The problem and solution are presented simultaneously

How does the sequence of events text structure help readers understand a story?

• The sequence of events text structure is irrelevant to understanding a story.

• The sequence of events text structure makes it harder for readers to follow the plot and character development.

• The sequence of events text structure helps readers understand a story by presenting events in a logical order, making it easier to comprehend the plot and character development.

• The sequence of events text structure confuses readers by presenting events in a random order.

Provide an example of a compare and contrast text structure in a paragraph.

• Dogs and cats are both popular pets, but they require different grooming routines.

• Apples and oranges are both fruits, but they taste the same.

• Summer and winter are both seasons, but they have the same weather.

• Math and English are both subjects, but they are taught in the same way.

Identify the problem in the following text: 'The main character lost her backpack on the way to school.'

• The main character found her backpack on the way to school.

• The main character never had a backpack to begin with.

• The main character's backpack was stolen at school.

• The main character losing her backpack is the problem.

Why is it important for writers to use text structures like cause and effect in their writing?

• It confuses readers and makes the writing harder to understand.

• It helps writers organize their ideas logically and makes it easier for readers to follow the flow of information.

• It adds unnecessary complexity to the writing.

• It limits the creativity of the writer.