Text Structure Practice

Match the definition with the correct Text Structure

• A situation is presented along with its solution.

• Compare and Contrast

• Events are presented in the order they occur.

• Chronological

• contains steps in a process

• Cause and Effect

• Similarities and differences between two or more subjects are discussed.

• Sequence

• One event leads to another, showing the relationship between them.

• Problem and Solution

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Tornados and Hurricanes Hurricanes and tornados are both amazing yet deadly natural phenomena. Both generate deadly conditions, but in different ways. Tornados are likely to damage people and property with their high winds, which go up to 300 miles per hour, but hurricanes are generally more feared for their flooding. Also, hurricanes can produce tornados, which makes them quite dangerous indeed.

Which text structure is presented above? ​ ​ (a)   ​ ​ ​ ​

• Compare and Contrast
• Problem and Solution 
• Cause and Effect
• Chronological

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7.8D.iii

Where Did This Tornado Come From? No one knows exactly what causes tornados, but some scientists believe that when warm air meets cold air, a tornado may form. The reason for this is that the warm air is lighter than the cold air, so it rises fast and meets different winds moving in different directions. Under the right conditions, this can cause a tornado. Though there is still much mystery surrounding tornados, many people believe that when warm moist air meets cool dry air, tornados can result.

Which type of text structure is presented above?

• Descriptive

• Cause and Effect

• Problem and Solution

• Sequence

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7.8D.iii

Twista Carl Terrell Mitchell, better known by his stage name Twista, was born in 1972. Nineteen years later Mitchell’s first album, “Runnin' Off at da Mouth,” debuted. In 1997, after appearing on a hit song, Twista was signed to Atlantic Records. Under that label he released “Adrenaline Rush” and formed the group Speedknot Mobstaz in 1998. His 2004 album Kamikaze went to number-one on the U.S. Billboard 200 album chart.

Which text structure is presented above?

• Chronological

• Sequence

• Cause and Effect

• Comparison

• Problem and Solution

The Twist The twist is a dance inspired by rock and roll music. To do the Twist, first stand with your feet approximately shoulder width apart. The torso may be squared to the knees and hips, or turned at an angle so one foot is farther forward than the other. Then, hold your arms out from your body, bent at your elbow. Next, rotate your hips, torso, and legs as a single unit with your arms staying more or less stationary. Every so often lift one leg off of the floor for styling. Now you’re doing the twist!

Which text structure is presented above? ​ ​ ​

• Cause and Effect

• Compare and Contrast

• Problem and Solution

• Sequence

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7.8D.iii

Dancing There are many reasons why people dance. Some people dance for fun, just because they enjoy dancing. At other times, people dance for exercise or for weight loss, because dancing can really get your heart beating. Also, sometimes people dance to try to get boyfriends or girlfriends. Some people think that good dancing is attractive. There are many reasons why people dance.

Which text structure is presented above? ​ ​ (a)  

• Cause and Effect
• Chronological Order
• Problem and Solution
• Descriptive