Organization Patterns

Divides a topic into parts based on shared characteristics.

• Definition

• Classification

• Statement & Clarification

• Generalization & Example

Describes the ideas in order of priority or preferences.

• Chronological Order

• Process

• Order of Importance

• Spatial Order

Organizes lists of information: characteristics, features, parts, or categories.

• Cause and Effect

• Comparison and Contrast

• Listing/ Enumeration

• Summary

• Addition

Describes the sequence in which events occur in time.

• Chronological Order

• Process

• Order of Importance

• Spatial Order

Transitional Device: Classified as, comprises, is composed of, several varieties of, different stages of, different groups that

• Definition

• Classification

• Statement & Clarification

• Generalization & Example

What is the most likely pattern of organization for a recipe that lists the ingredients and then provides step-by-step instructions for preparation?

• List

• Time

• Cause and Effect

• Problem and Solution

Which pattern of organization is used in a paragraph that explains how deforestation leads to climate change?

• Illustration

• Cause and Effect

• Comparison

• Contrast

If an article describes the history of smartphones from the earliest models to the latest innovations, what is the likely pattern of organization?

• List

• Time

• Compare and Contrast

• Illustration

What pattern of organization is employed when a paragraph provides examples to support a main idea?

• Cause and Effect

• Illustration

• Time

• Problem and Solution

What pattern of organization is used in a paragraph that describes the cultural impact of a popular TV series?

• Illustration

• Cause and Effect

• • Comparison

  
  

• Contrast