INTERNAL TEXT STRUCTURE QUIZ

Master text structures! Quiz on compare/contrast, chronological, cause/effect, and signal words.

Matching internal text structures and definitions Directions: Match the text structure on the left with the best purpose on the right Concept A definition of an idea with supporting details Process To explain how something is done or created; there is an an end product Compare Similarities and differences between two things are presented Listing / Enumeration A list or set of characteristics about a specific topic Cause or Problem Evidence of cause(s) and effect(s) will be given or problem and solutions will be described. Chronological / Sequential A sequence or time order of events are described Generalization Information is organized into general statements and provides supporting details Matching Internal Text Structures and Signal Words Directions: Match the text structure on the left with the signal words on the right Concept "refers to ..., is...., means that..., thus, ” Process "first, second, next, then, begins with, in order to" Compare "like, unlike, but, in contrast, both, too, similarly" Listing / Enumeration "to begin with, for example, for instance, in front" Cause or Problem "therefore, consequently, so, as a result, because" Chronological / Sequential "first, second, third, after, then, following, next" Generalization "some, for example, involves, can be, an example, in fact, always, also" Paragraph #1:Baseball and softball have many things in common but many differences as well. Both sports involve hitting the ball with a bat and running around bases to score. In contrast, a softball is larger than a baseball, and at the high school and college levels, girls play softball while boys play baseball. Concept Compare / Contrast Chronological / Sequential Cause Effect / Problem Process Listing / Enumeration Generalization Paragraph #2:Assembling a new computer usually involves many steps. First, the purchaser has to unpack the different parts from the box and then read the manual before starting to put it together. In order to have the computer work properly, it is extremely important to follow the owner's manual carefully and to make sure everything is there. Concept Compare / Contrast Chronological / Sequential Cause Effect / Problem Process Listing / Enumeration Generalization Paragraph #3:Edgar Allen Poe was born in Boston in 1809, but he was orphaned by 1811. He was taken in by foster parents in Richmond, and he attended the University of Virginia. In 1827, he published his first book. He married his wife in 1836, but she died in 1847. Poe himself died in Baltimore in 1849. Concept Compare / Contrast Chronological / Sequential Cause Effect / Problem Process Listing / Enumeration Generalization Paragraph #4:Compound sentences are two simple sentences joined by a comma and a conjunction or a semicolon. Using compound sentences, rather than two shorter simple sentences, is thought to be a more advanced skill and makes the writing flow more smoothly, thus making the piece more enjoyable for the reader. Concept Compare / Contrast Chronological / Sequential Cause Effect / Problem Process Listing / Enumeration Generalization Paragraph #5:Eighth graders, in most cases, are more mature than seventh graders. Having one more year of growth and experience can really make a tremendous difference. For example, just knowing the school schedule with blue and gold days is a lot less confusing for most eighth graders. Concept Compare / Contrast Chronological / Sequential Cause Effect / Problem Process Listing / Enumeration Generalization Paragraph #6:There are many things that you should take to the beach. Sunscreen, towel, shovel, and umbrella are a few of the needed supplies. If you are staying most of the day, don't forget snacks and a drink. Concept Compare / Contrast Chronological / Sequential Cause Effect / Problem Process Listing / Enumeration Generalization Paragraph #7:Recently changing the start time of school has been proposed. Some people believe that middle and high school students do not get enough sleep. Students are sometimes only half-awake during the early classes of the day. As a result of starting school later, students should be more engaged in class. Concept Compare / Contrast Chronological / Sequential Cause Effect / Problem Process Listing / Enumeration Generalization Paragraph #8:Washington sports fans can be very demanding. For example, even though the Nationals had the best regular season in baseball, fans were disappointed they did not go farther in the playoffs. While the Capitals have done well, many fans expect them to do more than just make the playoffs. Some fans cannot even remember the last time the Redskins even made the playoffs. In fact, are fans justified in their disappointment, or are they expecting too much from their teams? Concept Compare / Contrast Chronological / Sequential Cause Effect / Problem Process Listing / Enumeration Generalization