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Understanding Informational Text Structures

Total questions: 15

Worksheet time: 8mins

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Class
Date
1.

After reading a passage that details the events leading up to the American Revolution in the order they occurred, this passage is an example of which type of text structure?

a)

Cause and Effect

b)

Chronological

c)

Compare and Contrast

d)

Description

2.

A science article explains how pollution affects the ocean's ecosystem, leading to a decrease in fish populations. This is an example of what type of text structure?

a)

Cause and Effect

b)

Sequence

c)

Problem and Solution

d)

Description

3.

In a passage that outlines the steps to prepare a garden for planting, the text structure used is most likely:

a)

Chronological

b)

Sequence

c)

Compare and Contrast

d)

Description

4.

A passage that describes the differences and similarities between two historical figures is using what type of text structure?

a)

Compare and Contrast

b)

Cause and Effect

c)

Chronological

d)

Problem and Solution

5.

When an author discusses a community issue and then presents ways to solve this issue, the text structure is:

a)

Description

b)

Problem and Solution

c)

Cause and Effect

d)

Compare and Contrast

6.

Identify the text structure used in a passage that vividly describes the landscape of the Grand Canyon, focusing on its vast size, color, and geological features.

a)

Description

b)

Sequence

c)

Chronological

d)

Cause and Effect

7.

A history textbook chapter that outlines the events of World War II from beginning to end primarily utilizes which text structure?

a)

Sequence

b)

Chronological

c)

Compare and Contrast

d)

Cause and Effect

8.

An article explains how regular exercise leads to improved mental health. This article is an example of which type of text structure?

a)

Cause and Effect

b)

Problem and Solution

c)

Description

d)

Sequence

9.

In a manual that details the steps for assembling a bicycle, the text structure is most accurately described as:

a)

Sequence

b)

Description

c)

Chronological

d)

Compare and Contrast

10.

A magazine article discusses the pros and cons of solar energy compared to wind energy. This article is using what type of text structure?

a)

Compare and Contrast

b)

Cause and Effect

c)

Problem and Solution

d)

Description

11.

A passage that begins by describing a nationwide increase in obesity rates and then discusses dietary and lifestyle changes to combat this trend is using what type of text structure?

a)

Cause and Effect

b)

Problem and Solution

c)

Compare and Contrast

d)

Sequence

12.

When an author details the life of a famous scientist by highlighting their early life, education, major discoveries, and impact on the field, the text structure is:

a)

Chronological

b)

Description

c)

Sequence

d)

Compare and Contrast

13.

A blog post explains how deforestation leads to a loss of biodiversity and then suggests reforestation as a way to mitigate these effects. This post is an example of which text structure?

a)

Cause and Effect

b)

Problem and Solution

c)

Compare and Contrast

d)

Description

14.

In a cookbook, a recipe details the ingredients needed and the steps to follow in order to bake a cake. This is an example of what type of text structure?

a)

Sequence

b)

Description

c)

Chronological

d)

Compare and Contrast

15.

A passage that contrasts the policies of two political candidates, focusing on their views on education and healthcare, is using what type of text structure?

a)

Compare and Contrast

b)

Cause and Effect

c)

Chronological

d)

Problem and Solution