Understanding Procedure Texts

What is the first step in making a sandwich?

• Decide on a drink to pair with it.

• Select a plate to serve it on.

• Choose a type of bread.

• Gather ingredients and tools.

Identify the imperative verb in the instruction: 'Chop the vegetables.'

• Chop

• Slice

• Boil

• Fry

How would you interpret the diagram showing the steps to bake a cake?

• Follow the steps in the diagram to successfully bake a cake.

• Use the diagram to bake cookies instead of a cake.

• Follow the diagram but skip the baking step.

• Ignore the diagram and bake a cake from memory.

Write clear instructions for tying shoelaces.

• Cross the laces, tuck one under, make a loop, wrap the other around, pull through, and tighten.

• Wrap the laces around your wrist and pull tight.

• Tie the laces in a knot and leave them loose.

• Use a clip to secure the laces instead of tying them.

List the steps needed to create a simple origami crane.

• Fold a square paper into a crane by following specific crease and fold patterns.

• Use a round piece of paper instead of a square.

• Only crumple the paper without any specific folds.

• Cut the paper into a circle before folding.

Evaluate the effectiveness of the following procedure: 'To boil water, place a pot on the stove and turn the heat to high.'

• Complicated

• Time-consuming

• Effective

• Ineffective

What is the last step in the procedure for washing hands?

• Turn off the faucet with your bare hands.

• Apply lotion to your hands.

• Rinse your hands with soap.

• Dry your hands thoroughly.

Which imperative verb would you use to instruct someone to turn off the lights?

• dim the lights

• switch on

• leave on

• turn off

How can illustrations enhance the understanding of a procedure?

• Illustrations enhance understanding by providing visual context and clarity to complex procedures.

• Illustrations are only useful for artistic purposes, not procedures.

• Illustrations do not affect the understanding of a procedure at all.

• Illustrations can confuse the reader with too much detail.

What are the key components that make instructions clear and effective?

• Random anecdotes

• Conciseness, clarity, logical organization, specificity, and use of examples.

• Lengthy explanations

• Vague statements