Organizational Patterns/Text Features

Front

What is the text structure that describes an event or events (cause) and the events (effect) that follow?

Back

Cause and Effect

Front

What text structure is used to discuss the similarities and differences between two topics?

Back

Compare and Contrast

Front

What is the text structure that presents a problem and offers one or more solutions?

Back

Problem and Solution

Front

What text structure provides a detailed description of a topic or subject?

Back

Description

Front

What text structure lists items or examples related to a topic?

Back

Enumeration/Listing

Front

What is the text structure that summarizes a general idea and provides specific examples?

Back

Generalization

Front

In a text, what feature helps to explain or clarify an image?

Back

Caption

Front

What text structure organizes information in a sequence or order?

Back

Sequence

Front

What is the purpose of using cause and effect in writing?

Back

To show the relationship between events and their outcomes.

Front

How does compare and contrast help readers understand a topic better?

Back

It highlights similarities and differences, making it easier to analyze.