Understanding Internal Organizational Patterns

What is the main difference between external and internal text structures?

• External structures are visible before reading, while internal structures are about word choice and idea patterns.

• Internal structures are about the author's intent, while external structures are about the reader's interpretation.

• Internal structures are visible before reading, while external structures are about word choice and idea patterns.

• External structures are about the author's intent, while internal structures are about the reader's interpretation.

Which of the following is a key word often found in compare and contrast text structures?

• Both

• Before

• First

• Finally

What visual tool is commonly used to organize compare and contrast information?

• Flowchart

• Bar Graph

• Venn Diagram

• Timeline

In a process text structure, which word is typically used to indicate the beginning of a sequence?

• First

• After

• Next

• Finally

What is the primary purpose of a process text structure?

• To show similarities and differences

• To list items in no particular order

• To explain steps in a specific order

• To describe events in time order

Which of the following is a key word associated with chronological text structures?

• Both

• After

• Finally

• Similar

What type of graphic organizer is typically used for chronological text structures?

• Timeline

• Pie Chart

• Venn Diagram

• Flowchart

What is the main focus of an enumeration or listing text structure?

• To show a sequence of events

• To compare two topics

• To describe a process

• To list specific points or examples

Which of the following is an example of an enumeration or listing text structure?

• A timeline of historical events

• A recipe with step-by-step instructions

• A comparison of two sports

• A list of ingredients for a salad

What does the root 'numer' in enumeration suggest about this text structure?

• It involves listing or numbering

• It involves time order

• It involves sequencing

• It involves comparing