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VVA 5.02 Cause/Effect and Compare/Contrast Text Structure

Total questions: 12

Worksheet time: 18mins

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1.

Which signal words can help you identify a cause and effect text structure?

a)

alike, like, similar, both, unlike, different, however, but, as well

b)

for instance, for example, such as, also, in fact, to illustrate

c)

So, because, make, cause, leads to, then...so

d)

First, second, next, then, finally, last

2.

Which signal words can help you identify a compare and contrast text structure?

a)

alike, like, similar, both, unlike, different, however, but, as well

b)

for instance, for example, such as, also, in fact, to illustrate

c)

So, because, make, cause, leads to, then...so

d)

First, second, next, then, finally, last

3.

Either of these graphic organizers could be used which text structure?

a)

Compare and Contrast

b)

Cause and Effect

4.

Which text structure would you use this graphic organizer for?

a)

Compare and Contrast

b)

Cause and Effect

5.

Many people mistake dolphins for fish because they swim in the ocean like fish. However, fish are cold blooded and have scaly skin, and dolphins are warm-blooded mammals that have smooth skin. (what is this an example of?)

a)

Compare and Contrast

b)

Cause and Effect

6.

Leslie loved to chew bubble gum. One day, she blew an enormous bubble, and when it popped, she got gum all over her face. (what is this an example of?)

a)

Compare and Contrast

b)

Cause and Effect

7.

Do you know the story of Pinocchio? His nose grows because he lies.

(What is this an example of?)

a)

Compare and Contrast

b)

Cause and Effect

8.

Which candy is better, Snickers or Kit-Kat bars? They are both covered in chocolate and make excellent Halloween treats. Where they differ is what is inside of the chocolate. Snickers have gooey caramel, peanuts, and nougat, but Kit-Kats have a sugary wafer when you bite into them. Which one do you like better?

(What is this an example of?)

a)

Compare and Contrast

b)

Cause and Effect

9.

Devin was excited about baseball this year. It was the first year that he would get to pitch, and he had been practicing all summer. Devin knew his hard work had paid off when he struck out the first batter up to the plate.

(What is this an example of?)

a)

Compare and Contrast

b)

Cause and Effect

10.

Riding a bicycle or a skateboard are two great ways to get around as a kid. Bicycles only have two wheels but are easy to control with the handlebars. Skateboards support you with four wheels, but you have to stand on one and there is nothing to hold onto to control it. You will enjoy riding either of these vehicles, but make sure to practice so that you don't get hurt!

a)

Compare and Contrast

b)

Cause and Effect

11.

Because of all the rain last spring, the flowers bloomed in the yard.

(What is this an example of?)

a)

Compare and Contrast

b)

Cause and Effect

12.

If you're a fan of superhero comics, you probably know the debate between DC and Marvel. Both comics have been around for decades and have thousands of comics each. DC comics are home to Batman, Wonder Woman, the Justice League, and many more. You will find the Spiderman, the Incredible Hulk, and the rest of the Avengers in Marvel comics though.

(What is this an example of?)

a)

Compare and Contrast

b)

Cause and Effect