Paragraph Structure Flashcard

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What is a Descriptive paragraph structure?

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A Descriptive paragraph structure uses sensory language to help readers imagine a scene, person, object, etc.

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What is a Compare/Contrast paragraph structure?

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A Compare/Contrast paragraph structure compares and contrasts two or more people, places, things, or ideas.

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What is an Expository/Explanatory paragraph structure?

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An Expository/Explanatory paragraph structure gives information and often cites credible sources or experts.

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What is a Narrative paragraph structure?

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A Narrative paragraph structure tells a story or recounts events in a sequence.

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What type of paragraph structure is used to provide a description of a supermarket in The Omnivore's Dilemma?

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Descriptive

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Which paragraph structure is used to compare/contrast food traditions and modern American experts on food in The Omnivore's Dilemma?

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Compare/Contrast

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What type of paragraph structure uses sensory language?

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Descriptive

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What type of paragraph structure gives information and cites credible sources?

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Expository/Explanatory

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What is the main purpose of a Compare/Contrast paragraph?

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To highlight similarities and differences between two or more subjects.

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What is the main purpose of a Descriptive paragraph?

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To create a vivid picture in the reader's mind using sensory details.