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Laundry needs to dry before being folded. When a cloth item is put away before being allowed to dry, the moisture consequently gets trapped in the fabric. Bacteria - because it thrives in damp areas - builds up, resulting in a smell that clings to the clothing

• problem/solution

• compare/contrast

• cause/effect

• chronological

Which key words from the last paragraph indicate that the structure is cause and effect?

• however, frequently, rarely.

• when, to begin with, later.

• consequently, because, resulting.

• before, next, finally.

Properly building a firepit takes detail. Before starting, make sure there are no roots or plants nearby that might catch fire. Build stone around the perimeter, then spread a layer of sand and rocks over the base. Finally, gather your firewood and safely start and maintain your fire.

• problem/solution

• compare/contrast

• cause/effect

• chronological

Which key words from the last paragraph indicate that the structure is chronological?

• because, as a result, nonetheless.

• before, then, finally.

• build, gather, maintain.

• therefore, in spite of, otherwise.

While painting and sketching are each a form of art, their results are quite different. Paintings are often more vibrant. Sketches are usually softer. Still, both painting and sketching can be relaxing activities, and they are fueled by creativity

• compare/contrast

• chronological

• cause/effect

• problem/solution

Which key words from the last paragraph indicate that the structure is compare/contrast?

• often, always, usually.

• different, each, both.

• first, second, third.

• as soon as, as long as, as many as.

Every morning, the cat would jump on the counter and knock over glasses of water. Removing the cat didn't solve the issue. The spray bottle didn't help. Finally, laying tin foil across the countertops scared the cat enough to get him to stop.

• problem/solution

• cause/effect

• chronological

• compare/contrast

Which key words from the last paragraph indicate that the structure is problem/solution?

• knock, foil, finally.

• solve, issue, help.

• scared, cat, get.

• unlike, similar, if.