Text Structure

Question 1

Order/Sequence

Answer 1

Text outlines chronological events or a list of steps in a procedure.
First, next, History, instruction, steps.

Question 2

Description

Answer 2

Text provides descriptive details about characteristics, actions, etc….
Adjectives, examples, characteristics, mental images.

Question 3

Definition

Answer 3

Text tells us about the parts that make up a whole. The definition is stated and expanded on with examples and restatements.
Was/is, are/were, define, meaning, boldface words, italicized words.

Question 4

Cause/Effect

Answer 4

The text describes an event and the results of that event.

If/Then, because, as a result, due to.

Question 5

Classification

Answer 5

Writers sort items or ideas into categories according to commonalities.
One type, include, for instance, such as, characteristics

Question 6

Compare/Contrast

Answer 6

The text talks about similarities and differences between people, places, things, etc…
Same, different, both/neither, on the other hand.

Question 7

Advantage/Disadvantage

Answer 7

Text covers the reason on both sides of an issue or topic. Gives pros and cons.
An advantage, in favor of, however, a disadvantage.

Question 8

Problem/Solution

Answer 8

The text gives information about an issue and explains one or more solution.
Problem, solution, solve.