Problem Solution

Where can evaluation be found in problem-solution essay?

• Introduction

• Conclusion

• Body paragraphs

Which of these options would be a good solution to the problem:     Wendy can't reach the package of lightbulbs in the garage.

• She could stack random things to create steps.

• She could use a broom to knock the box down.

• She could ask somebody taller for help.

A conflict is another name for the _____

•  cause 

• effect 

• problem

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CCSS.RI.4.3

CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.8.3

Some dogs and cats do not have homes. People started animal shelters to take care of these animals and solve the problem of homeless animals. At the shelters, dogs and cats get food and water. They get to play with other dogs and cats. Sometimes, people bring a lost animal to the shelter. Some of these dogs and cats get a new home! People come to animal shelters to get a new pet.

What type of text structure is this?

• Description

• Problem and Solution

• Compare and Contrast

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What is problem and solution essay used for?

• To analyze and write about a topic or idea

• To explain the meaning of the passage

• To inform the reader about bad things happening in the story

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

How do you find the problem in a passage?

• The problem is generally at the top of the passage.

• You need to look for signal words and phrases:

  Problem

  The dilemma is

  Issue

• The problem will include a dilemma and then will include a way to solve the issue.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

How do you find the solution in a passage?

• You need to look for signal words and phrases such as:

  To solve this

  To address this

  Solution

• It's usually at the bottom of the essay.

• The solution usually comes after the problem is presented.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Thesis statement of problem-solution essay should have _____

• some differences and similarities

• the problem itself

• the problem and the hint of solutions

What is the function of the first body paragraph for the problem-solution essay?

• To give reasons and examples

• To give different ideas and examples

• To list some problems, effects and causes about the topic

In a problem-solution essay, what is the primary purpose of the introduction?

• A) To present the solution

• B) To outline the problem

• C) To provide a summary

• D) To analyze the conclusion