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- 1. Multiple Choice
What text structure explains why something happened or explains the effects of something?Compare or ContrastProblem or SolutionCause or EffectSequence - 2. Multiple ChoiceThe text structure that describes the order steps occurred is called_______.Cause and EffectSequenceCompare and ContrastProblem and Siolution
- 3. Multiple ChoiceWhen you are finding similarities and differences within in a text, what text structure is this format?Cause and EffectProblem and SolutionSequenceCompare and Contrast
- 4. Multiple ChoiceWhen the author explains why something happens or explains the effects of something, what text structure are they using?problem and solutioncompare and contrastcause and effectchronological
- 5. Multiple ChoiceHere are two popular sports played at Milton, basketball and volleyball. Both take place inside of the gym at Milton. Also, each sport has two teams of people. In basketball, however, the ball can be played off of the floor, and in volleyball, the ball cannot touch the floor or it is out of play. Basketball and volleyball are popular sports at Milton. What text structure is this?Cause and EffectCompare and ContrastProblem and SolutionSequence
- 6. Multiple ChoiceLots of students fail classes. Some students fail because the work is too hard for them. Other times they may fail because they are lazy, and don’t do any work. Another reason why students may fail is if they don’t go to school. If you’re not in class you may miss a lot. Many students fail classes every quarter. What text structure is this?Cause and EffectCompare and ContrastProblem and SolutionSequence
- 7. Multiple ChoiceDr. Knapp doesn’t want people to sit back and let the toad vanish. He believes that everyone is responsible for restoring the toad species. Dr. Knapp thinks we could help restore the toad population if we stop mowing parts of our lawns and let the grass grow wild to reserve space for the toad. He also believes we need to stop using pesticides and fertilizers. The chemicals kill the insects that toads eat. If we preserve some spaces in our lawns and stop using fertilizers, Dr. Knapp believes we can save the toads. What text structure is this?Cause and EffectProblem and SolutionSequenceCompare and Contrast
- 8. Multiple ChoiceThough toads are still around, they no longer are as common in some areas as they were a few decades ago. The growing use of insecticides has reduced their numbers. The chemical sprays usually do not harm toads, but cut down the animals’ food supply. Thereby, the toads do not have enough food to survive. There are fewer toads in many areas populated by humans. What text structure is this?Cause and EffectProblem and SolutionCompare and ContrastChronological
- 9. Multiple ChoicePop out (remove) the egg yolks to a small bowl and mash with a fork. Add mayonnaise, mustard powder, vinegar, salt and pepper and mix thoroughly. Fill the empty egg white shells with the mixture and sprinkle lightly with paprika. Cover lightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to one day before serving. What s the text structure?SequenceCause and EffectChronologicalProblem and Solution
- 10. Multiple ChoiceWhat text structure would a Venn Diagram go with?Description and ListCause and EffectQuestion and AnswerCompare and Contrast
- 11. Multiple ChoiceMaking ice-cream is not easy. Cream and sugar have to first be mixed in a frozen container. Ingredients may be added at this point, if desired. The mixture must be stirred and whipped until the cream and sugar mixture is frozen. Depending on the equipment, this may take as long as an hour. After the ice-cream is prepared, it must be kept frozen until it is ready to be enjoyed. Making ice-cream is difficult, but most people would agree that it is worth the trouble.Compare and ContrastChronologicalCause and EffectSequential
- 12. Multiple ChoiceWhy do you need to get exercise? It is good for your body. It makes your heart, muscles, and bones strong. It makes you feel better if you have a bad day. If you exercise, you will stay at a healthy weight.cause and effectdescriptionproblem and solutionsequence/chronological
- 13. Multiple ChoiceSome dogs and cats do not have homes. People started animal shelters to take care of these animals and solve the problem of homeless animals. At the shelters, dogs and cats get food and water. They get to play with other dogs and cats. Sometimes, people bring a lost animal to the shelter. Some of these dogs and cats get a new home! People come to animal shelters to get a new pet. what type of text structure is this?cause and effectdescriptionproblem and solutioncompare and contrast
- 14. Multiple ChoiceRead the following paragraph. Which text structure is used?
The pond was a beautiful place to visit. The falling leaves, all different colors, decorated the surface of the water. At the edges of the pond, small wildflowers grew. The golden forest glowed faintly in the distance.compare and contrastmain idea/descriptionchronologicalproblem and solution - 15. Multiple ChoiceRead the following paragraph. Which text structure is used?
The cardinal and the cedar waxwing are two common birds. Both have crests on their heads. Both are common at birdfeeders. But the birds have some differences. The male cardinal is a bright red, while the waxwing is brown. The cedar waxwing often migrates from place to place. On the other hand, the cardinal stays in one place year after year.compare and contrastproblem and solutiondescriptioncause and effect - 16. Multiple ChoiceRead the following paragraph. Which text structure is used?
Have you ever made macaroni and cheese? It’s simple! First, boil some water and make some macaroni. Then, make your cheese sauce. After the cheese sauce is ready, mix it with the macaroni. Bake the entire thing in the oven. Finally, it’s time to eat!sequential ordercompare and contrastdescriptionproblem and solution - 17. Multiple ChoiceChoose the clue words that indicate compare and contrast.therefore, cause, effect, consequentlylater, then, next, Mondaysimilar, different, common, on the other handpossibility, struggle, hope, problem
- 18. Multiple ChoiceChoose the clue words that indicate cause and effect.next, after, then, first, laststruggle, promise, problem, solutionconsequently, as a result of, so, thereforesimilar, common, compare, contrast
- 19. Multiple ChoiceChoose the clue words that indicate sequential order.first, next, finally, 8:30, aftercause, effect, as a result of, becauseproblem, solution, promise, strugglecompare, contrast, similar, different
- 20. Multiple ChoiceBirds build nests so they have a safe place for their baby birds. Birds can build nests in many different places. You may have seen one in a tree near your house. To build a nest, the bird first has to find a safe place. Then, the bird finds twigs and grass. The bird uses them to weave a nest. When the nest is done, the bird can lay her eggs in the nest she built.
Which text structure is used?SequenceCause and EffectDescriptionProblem and Solution - 21. Multiple ChoiceThere are almost 400 different kinds of sharks. Each kind of shark looks different, has a unique
diet, and behaves differently. There are sharks in the four oceans of the world. Some sharks are longer
than a school bus, while others are so small they can live in fish tanks. Sharks come in all kinds of colors.
Most of the time, their skin color helps them blend in with their surroundings. But, some sharks that live
in the deepest part of the ocean actually have parts that glow in the dark. Most sharks live in salt water,
but some can live in fresh water.
Which text structure is used?Cause and EffectDescriptionProblem and SolutionSequence - 22. Multiple ChoiceFrogs and toads can live in the water and on the land. They both catch food with long, sticky tongues. They eat insects and small animals. You can tell them apart by their bodies. Frogs have long, strong back legs and thin, moist skin. Toads have shorter back legs and drier skin.
Which text structure is used?Problem and SolutionCompare and ContrastCause and EffectDescription - 23. Multiple ChoiceA coconut is a tropical fruit. It comes from Asia originally, but it grows in Puerto Rico, Hawaii, Central America, and South America. A coconut grows on a coconut palm, which looks like a palm but actually is taller and has more leaves. The coconut appears to be shades of brown and has a hairy shell. On the inside, there is a watery liquid called coconut milk. After you break through the shell, you find what is called the coconut meat. Both the meat and the milk are white. Dried coconut meat is called copra. The coconut is a very interesting fruit. Which text structure is used?SequenceCause and EffectProblem and SolutionDescription
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