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Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 5hrs 30mins

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1.

Making a candy boquet can be an enjoyable and meaningful task. You will need the following things: miniature candy, transparent tape, chopsticks, a glass vase, solid foam, decorations, and tissue paper. First, tape the candies to the chopsticks, and wrap the foam in tissue paper. Then, put two sheets of tissue paper in the vase. Next, place the foam in the vase. Now, slowly insert the chopsticks, and arrange them methodically. Lastly, insert the deocations. You've just created a very delicious gift.

Which text structure does the author use to organize the details in the text?

a)
Cause and Effect
b)
Chronological Order
c)
Compare and Contrast
2.

People sometimes lose a lot of blood during surgery, accidents, or natural disasters. This situation is often life-threatening. The good news is that there's a simple way to solve the problem. Many people donate blood from time to time. The blood is tested, stored, and later sent to hospitals when patients need it. The Red Cross reports that an American needs blood every two seconds. One donation takes just ten minutes and can save up to three lives.

Which text structure does the author use to organize the details in the text?

a)
Compare and Contrast
b)
Description
c)
Problem and Solution
3.

Snowflakes are ice crystals that form in the sky. The chilly crystals are formed when ice attaches to dust or pollen. Snowflakes fall through cool layers in the sky before htting the ground and covering it with a wintry blanket. All snowflakes are not the same. They all have six sides, but those sides are vastly different. A snowflake's shape is carved as it falls through the atmosphere. Its shapte also depends on teh temperature it experiences as it falls.

Which text structure does the author use to organize the details in the text?

a)
Cause and Effect
b)
Chronological Order
c)
Description
4.

Floods can substantially damage the environment. Because floodwater is usually filled with bacteria, floods can negatively affect animals, plants, and crops. If animals eat contaminated plants, they can get diseases. The damaged soil can cause plants and crops to wither away. Massive floods can also change an area's landscape. Floods are an unfortunate event. Their effects can be painstakingly long-lasting. However, recovery is possible.

Which text structure does the author use to organize the details in the text?

a)
Cause and Effect
b)
Chronological Order
c)
Compare and Contrast
5.

Many people today use their smartphones to take photos. A phone captures an image and stores it as a computer file. This is an example of digital photography. Long before smartphones, people took photos ina different way. A camera captured images on photographic film. The film had to be dipped in liquid chemicals for the images to be seen. Both types of photography have pros and cons. However, both can produce high-quality photos.

Which text structure does the author use to organize the details in the text?

a)
Cause and Effect
b)
Chronological Order
c)
Compare and Contrast
6.

There is a difference between red and green bell peppers. They are both tasty when cooked, despite their oppsoing flavors. Green bell peppers have a more pungent taste than red peppers. Red peppers taste sweet when cooked. Some people may be surprised to find out that red peppers are just fuly grown green bell peppers. Most peppers contain capsaicin, a chemical that makes them hot, but bell peppers do not. You can enjoy their taste without the heat.

Which text structure does the author use to organize the details in the text?

a)
Cause and Effect
b)
Compare and Contrast
c)
Description
7.

Raccoons can be a nuisance if you don't know how to deal with them. They are known to rummage through trash, dig holes, and scare household pets. However, there are solutions. Red pepper flakes are a natural raccoon repellent. They hate it because of its smell and taste. Raccoons also hate the smell of ammonia. Wet an absorbable object in it, and palce it where the raccoons are known to visit. Before long, your yard will be raccoon-free!

Which text structure does the author use to organize the details in the text?

a)
Compare and Contrast
b)
Description
c)
Problem and Solution
8.

Do you want to write and self-publish a book? These steps will shed light on the process. First, you need to decide on your audience. Then, decide on a topic to write about. Now, write and then write some more. Take breaks as needed, but don't give up. The most important step to self-publishing a book is definitely starting and finishing the book. When you are finished and satisfied with your book, you should research self-publishing companies. Select one and start marketing your book. spend money wisely because it will not be easy to recoup wasted funds. Writing a book can be a tedious process, but it is worth the efforts.

Which text structure does the author use to organize the details in the text?

a)
Cause and Effect
b)
Chronological Order
c)
Compare and Contrast
9.
Ice-cream is a delicious frozen treat that comes in a many different colors and flavors. Two of my favorite flavors are strawberry and chocolate. Though both of these flavors are delicious, strawberry may contain pieces of fruit while chocolate usually will not. Chocolate comes from a cacao bean, while strawberry is picked as a fruit.  Even though more chocolate ice-cream is sold across the country annually than strawberry, each flavor tastes great inside of a milk shake. 
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description
b)
problem & solution
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cause & effect
d)
compare & contrast
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What text structure explains why something happened or explains the effects of something?
a)
Compare or Contrast
b)
Problem or Solution
c)
Cause or Effect
d)
Sequence