Patterns of Organization

This pattern of idea development details why something happens, what causes it, what are the effects and how it is related to something else.

• Cause and Effect

• Problem - Solution

• Narrative

• Comparison and Contrast

This pattern of idea development tells how something is like other things or how something is different from other things.

• Cause and Effect

• Problem - Solution

• Narrative

• Comparison and Contrast

When you study for an exam, you should follow these three steps. First, you should make sure you have all the information you need. Next you should put that information in order. Then you should make a list of the most important things.

• Listing

• Comparison

• Time-order

• Cause-effect

What Pattern of Idea Development can be used for the topic: "Global Warming vs. Climate Change"

• Cause and Effect

• Problem - Solution

• Narrative

• Comparison and Contrast

What Pattern of Idea Development can be used for the topic: "What can we do to stop Global Warming?"

• Cause and Effect

• Problem - Solution

• Narrative

• Comparison and Contrast

What Pattern of Idea Development can be used for the topic: "Let us fight for the future! #LettheEarthBreathe"

• Cause and Effect

• Problem - Solution

• Narrative

• Comparison and Contrast

What is the main focus of Cause and Effect organization?

• To promote environmental conservation

• To study historical events

• To develop new technologies

• To analyze the relationship between actions (causes) and their outcomes (effects)

Provide an example of a Compare and Contrast pattern in a text.

• Analyzing the plot of a play without mentioning any similarities

• Discussing the setting of a story without highlighting any differences

• An example of a Compare and Contrast pattern in a text is analyzing the similarities and differences between the characters of Romeo and Juliet in Shakespeare's play.

• Comparing the themes of two different novels without contrasting them

Explain the Problem-Solution pattern with an example.

• An example of the problem-solution pattern is discussing the benefits of a healthy lifestyle without addressing any issues.

• The problem-solution pattern involves identifying a problem and ignoring any potential solutions.

• For example, in an essay about climate change, the problem could be the increase in global temperatures leading to environmental degradation. The solution proposed could be implementing renewable energy sources and reducing carbon emissions. The essay would then explain how these actions can mitigate the effects of climate change.

• In the problem-solution pattern, the solution is presented first, followed by the problem.

Discuss a real-life scenario where Problem-Solution organization is used effectively.

• A cooking class where the chef demonstrates a recipe without explaining the steps

• A car repair scenario where the mechanic ignores the issue and charges for unnecessary repairs

• A customer service scenario where a representative identifies the problem, listens to the customer, and offers a solution.

• A classroom setting where the teacher presents a problem but does not offer any solutions