Organizational Patterns

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What is the cause and effect organizational pattern?

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This structure shows why something happened and what happened. It often uses words/phrases such as 'because', 'as a result of', and 'due to'.

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What is the problem and solution organizational pattern?

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This type of structure tells about a problem and shows a solution. It often includes words/phrases like 'a problem is', 'solve', or 'solution'.

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What does compare and contrast mean in text structure?

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This type of structure shows how two or more things are alike and different. It may use words like 'like', 'unlike', or 'different'.

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What is sequential order in text structure?

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This structure shows events in time order. It often includes words such as 'first', 'next', 'then', or 'last'.

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What are key words for cause and effect?

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Key words include 'because', 'as a result', 'due to', and 'therefore'.

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What are key words for problem and solution?

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Key words include 'problem', 'solution', 'solve', and 'issue'.

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What are key words for compare and contrast?

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Key words include 'like', 'unlike', 'similar', and 'different'.

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What are key words for sequential order?

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Key words include 'first', 'next', 'then', 'last', and 'after'.

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Give an example of cause and effect.

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If it rains (cause), the ground gets wet (effect).

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Give an example of problem and solution.

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Problem: The playground is too crowded. Solution: Build a new playground.