In a text with a sequence text structure, the author 

In a text with a compare and contrast text structure, the author 

In a text with a cause and effect text structure, the author 

In a text with a description text structure, the author 

In a text with a problem and solution text structure, the author 

Which text structure might use words and phrases like: because, so, since, due to, as a result of?

Which text structure might use words and phrases like: meanwhile, at the same time, before, during, after?

Which text structure might use words and phrases like: problem, issue, solution, question?

Which text structure might use words and phrases like: similar, same, alike, both, in contrast?

Which text structure might use words and phrases like: for instance, for example, such as, looks like?

When farmers use fertilizer to fertilize their crops, the left over fertilizer can run into nearby ponds, streams and rivers. The result is that the nutrient-rich fertilizer causes way too much algae to grow. All that algae is bad for the plants and animals that live there.

An earthquake that occurs under the ocean may cause a tsunami. A tsunami is a series of giant waves that can cause a great deal of destruction, as well as many deaths when it hits the coast. So, if you are ever at the beach and hear a tsunami warning siren, you should run to higher ground as fast as you can.

Did you know that not all deserts are hot? Both hot and cold deserts are very dry, but unlike hot deserts, cold deserts have long winters when the temperatures can reach below freezing. Cold deserts also get a great deal of snow, which is certainly not true for hot deserts.

Ms. Carter was worried about Marco because he often fell asleep during her live lesson. She decided to call Marco's parents to discuss the problem. During the phone call, Ms. Carter suggested that an earlier bedtime might help Marco get more sleep at night so that he would not need to sleep during the live lesson.

Lauren does chores each Saturday. First, she folds the laundry and puts it away. Then she sweeps and mops the kitchen floor. After that, she empties all the garbage cans and recycling. When all her chores are done, she gets to go outside and play.

Next time you are thirsty, try drinking a glass of water instead of a soda. Although both will quench your thirst, soda is full of sugar and chemicals. Water, on the other hand, is a much healthier choice. Water helps your digestive system to function properly and keeps your immune system strong so you won't get sick.--What words signal the author's organizational pattern?

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Malaria is a serious problem in many developing countries. Thousand of people get sick with Malaria every year. Because Malaria is spread by mosquitoes, one way to help solve the problem is for people to use mosquito nets over their beds. If the mosquitoes cannot get to the people, they cannot infect them! What TEXT STRUCTURE is being used?

To make a yummy smoothie, first put some milk in a blender. Then add a banana and some frozen berries such as strawberries and blueberries. You may also want to add some grapes. Next, turn your blender to its lowest setting and gradually increase the speed until everything is blended. Then pour it into a glass and enjoy! What TEXT STRUCTURE is being used?

Electricity can flow through some kinds of materials, but not through others. Materials that electricity can flow through are called conductors. Metal and water are both conductors. By contrast, materials that electricity cannot flow through are called insulators. Plastics, glass, fabric, and wood are all insulators. What TEXT STRUCTURE is being used?

The capybara is the world's largest rodents. Capybaras can weigh up to 145 pounds. They love the water and spend most of their time in swamps, ponds, and rivers. If you want to see a capybara in the wild, you will need to go to Central or South America. What TEXT STRUCTURE is being used?

Did you know there are different kinds of clouds in the sky? There are many different types of clouds. Stratus clouds are low to the ground. Sometimes they are so low to the ground that we call it “fog” They are thick and usually gray. Stratus clouds usually indicates that the weather could be rainy or just cloudy. Cirrus clouds are high in the sky. They are thin and wispy. Usually, cirrus clouds mean that the weather will be nice and fair. Both clouds help predict what kind of weather is coming!

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Several things must occur before a cloud to form. In order for a cloud to form, water must first evaporate from oceans, rivers, lakes, and streams.  Then, the evaporated water, or water vapor, floats high into the air where it’s very cold. After that, the water vapor turns back into either liquid water or ice crystals.  Finally, you have a cloud.

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Today I looked up at the sky and saw cumulonimbus clouds as I walked to the barn to meet my dad. I immediately ran and told my dad that a storm was coming.  He didn’t believe me until it started to thunder and pour! We grabbed an umbrella and quickly headed back to the house before it began to flood. Due to my accurate prediction, he said I should do the weather on the news.

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