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WorksheetsText Structures 4th
Total questions: 16
Worksheet time: 1hrs 20mins
What is text structure?
A building made out of books
The way authors of non-fiction text organize their writing so that it is helpful to readers.
The way authors of fiction text organize their writing so that it is helpful to readers.
The way authors of non-fiction and fiction text organize their writing so that it is helpful to readers.
Why do authors use chronological order?
to explain how things happen in order
to explain how 2 things are similar or different
to explain how one event leads to another
to explain a problem, and then show one or more solutions
to describe a location idea or event
Why do authors use cause and effect?
to explain how things happen in order
to explain how 2 things are similar or different
to explain how one event leads to another
to explain a problem, and then show one or more solutions
to describe a location idea or event
Why do authors use description?
to explain how things happen in order
to explain how 2 things are similar or different
to explain how one event leads to another
to explain a problem, and then show one or more solutions
to describe a location idea or event
Why do authors use compare and contrast?
to explain how things happen in order
to explain how 2 things are similar or different
to explain how one event leads to another
to explain a problem, and then show one or more solutions
to describe a location idea or event
Why do authors use problem and solution?
to explain how things happen in order
to explain how 2 things are similar or different
to explain how one event leads to another
to explain a problem, and then show one or more solutions
to describe a location idea or event
What clue words would you find in a text using compare and contrast?
however, on the other hand, similarity, like, unlike, both, but
as a result, consequently, therefore, so, cause, effect
problem, solution, threat, difficulty, hope, answer, possibility
one reason, another reason, for example, next to, by, along, in above, and so forth
first, next, later, then, finally, through the ages, after that, today
What clue words would you find in a text using problem and solution?
however, on the other hand, similarity, like, unlike, both, but
as a result, consequently, therefore, so, cause, effect
problem, solution, threat, difficulty, hope, answer, possibility
one reason, another reason, for example, next to, by, along, in above, and so forth
first, next, later, then, finally, through the ages, after that, today
What clue words would you find in a text using description?
however, on the other hand, similarity, like, unlike, both, but
as a result, consequently, therefore, so, cause, effect
problem, solution, threat, difficulty, hope, answer, possibility
one reason, another reason, for example, next to, by, along, in above, and so forth
first, next, later, then, finally, through the ages, after that, today
What clue words would you find in a text using cause and effect?
however, on the other hand, similarity, like, unlike, both, but
as a result, consequently, therefore, so, cause, effect
problem, solution, threat, difficulty, hope, answer, possibility
one reason, another reason, for example, next to, by, along, in above, and so forth
first, next, later, then, finally, through the ages, after that, today
What clue words would you find in a text using chronological order?
however, on the other hand, similarity, like, unlike, both, but
as a result, consequently, therefore, so, cause, effect
problem, solution, threat, difficulty, hope, answer, possibility
one reason, another reason, for example, next to, by, along, in above, and so forth
first, next, later, then, finally, through the ages, after that, today
Read the passage and select the correct text structure:
I enjoy both the summer and the winter. In the summer, I can run around barefoot on the grass wearing only shorts and a tank top. In the winter, however, I have to wear long pants and a jacket. Usually the summer is very hot, but the winter is a bit chilly.
description
compare and contrast
chronological order
problem and solution
cause and effect
Read the passage and select the correct text structure:
The hot cocoa felt warm and delicious as it touched my lips. The rich creamy chocolate and white fluffy marshmallows were so yummy. In fact, it was the perfect treat to warm me up on a cold winter day.
description
compare and contrast
chronological order
problem and solution
cause and effect
Read the passage and select the correct text structure:
Jessie had a problem, she made hot cocoa for herself and her brother but it was so hot! What could they do to cool it down? They decided to blow on it. But that did not work. Then they had a great idea, they put a few ice cubes in it, it cooled off right away! It was the perfect solution, now they could drink it all up.
description
compare and contrast
chronological order
problem and solution
cause and effect
Read the passage and select the correct text structure:
I was sick all of last week with the flu. This caused me to miss five days of school and my basketball game. Now I have loads of homework to catch up on this weekend. I am going to have to stay home and work for hours!
description
compare and contrast
chronological order
problem and solution
cause and effect
Read the passage and select the correct text structure:
The first chocolate drink was believed to first been created by the Aztecs 2,000 years ago. After that, it was brought from Mexico to Europe. Later, hot chocolate was used to treat some diseases. Today, hot cocoa is enjoyed around the world and in the US.
description
compare and contrast
chronological order
problem and solution
cause and effect
