TEKS.ELA.4.9D

This type of writing gives information step-by-step.

• cause & effect
• problem & solution
• order & sequence 
• compare & contrast

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TEKS.ELA.4.1B

TEKS.ELA.4.9D

"The beloved children's writer, Shel Silverstein is well known for his three books of children's poems. The first book, Where the Sidewalk Ends was first published in 1974. The second book, A Light in the Attic, came out seven years later in 1981. The final book, Falling Up, was published in 1996."

What words signal the author's organizational pattern?

• "The Sidewalk's End", "Falling Up"
• Beloved
• First, Second
• Shel Silverstein

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TEKS.ELA.4.9D

Moths and butterflies often look similar. Both have large wings and long, thin bodies, and both start their lives as caterpillars. However, butterflies usually have brighter colors on their wings than moths. Also, butterflies are most active during the day, while moths are generally creatures of the night.
What words signal the author's organizational pattern?

• Moths, butterflies
• Both, similar, however, while
• long, thin
• creatures

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TEKS.ELA.4.9D

There are many fun things to do at the beach.  Swimming is one thing that can be done at the beach.  Snorkeling is another thing that can be enjoyed.  Playing beach volleyball can be a lot of fun.  It is also fun to look for shells.  Some people simply like to sunbathe.
What is the main idea?

• There are many fun things to do at the beach.
• It is also fun to look for shells.
• Some people simply like to sunbathe.
• Going to the beach to swim can be fun.

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TEKS.ELA.4.9D

Floods can cause tremendous damage.  They can ruin houses, roads and buildings. Floods can take down trees and cause mudslides. It often leaves mud, sand and debris behind.  It can take months to clean up after a flood.
 What is the main idea?

• Floods can cause a lot of damage.
• Floods cause mudslides.
• Floods damage houses and roads. 

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TEKS.ELA.3.6G

TEKS.ELA.4.6G

TEKS.ELA.4.9D

The text structure of _______________ discusses similarities & differences between two or more subject. 

• chronological 
• compare & contrast 
• description 
• order & sequence 

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TEKS.ELA.4.9D

What is the clue word in this sentence for compare and contrast?Frogs and toads are alike in many ways.

• many
• alike
• frogs
• toads

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TEKS.ELA.4.9D

Which type of text structure is the following book probably written in?

Crocodiles and Alligators: Not the Same Reptile

• Cause and effect

• Compare and contrast

• Chronological order

• Description

• Problem and solution

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TEKS.ELA.4.9D

Which text structure might use these signal words? ISSUE, SOLVE, THEREFORE, AS A RESULT

• Main Idea and Details

• Problem and Solution

• Compare and Contrast

• Chronological

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TEKS.ELA.7.9B

TEKS.ELA.4.9D

What text structure talks about the similarities and differences between two topics?

• Problem and Solution

• Compare and Contrast

• Chronological (sequential)

• Cause and Effect

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TEKS.ELA.4.9D