Worked example
First rinse the jar. Next add clean water. Finally tighten the lid.
Which main structure best describes the text's focus?
Answer & why
Answer: sequence
The steps are arranged in time order.
Grade 6 · Reading & language
Identify a paragraph's structure
Identify the main relationship organizing a short paragraph.
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Question 1
The cup was left uncovered, allowing dust to settle inside.
Which main structure best describes the text's focus?
- problem and solution
- cause and effect
- comparison
- sequence
A hint
Notice whether the text orders events, compares features, explains a cause or gives a solution.
Answer & why
Answer: cause and effect
The uncovered cup led to the stated result.
Question 2
Visitors missed the side entrance. A new sign directed them to it.
Which main structure best describes the text's focus?
- cause and effect
- problem and solution
- sequence
- comparison
A hint
Notice whether the text orders events, compares features, explains a cause or gives a solution.
Answer & why
Answer: problem and solution
The new sign addresses difficulty finding the entrance.
Question 3
First rinse the jar. Next add clean water. Finally tighten the lid.
Which main structure best describes the text's focus?
- sequence
- cause and effect
- problem and solution
- comparison
A hint
Notice whether the text orders events, compares features, explains a cause or gives a solution.
Answer & why
Answer: sequence
The steps are arranged in time order.
Question 4
Both bags hold the same volume. One has padded straps; the other is lighter.
Which main structure best describes the text's focus?
- sequence
- problem and solution
- comparison
- cause and effect
A hint
Notice whether the text orders events, compares features, explains a cause or gives a solution.
Answer & why
Answer: comparison
The text describes similarities and differences.
Question 5
A branch blocked the drain, so rainwater gathered on the path.
Which main structure best describes the text's focus?
- cause and effect
- problem and solution
- sequence
- comparison
A hint
Notice whether the text orders events, compares features, explains a cause or gives a solution.
Answer & why
Answer: cause and effect
The blocked drain explains the gathered water.
Question 6
The labels faded in sunlight. Staff replaced them with weather-resistant labels.
Which main structure best describes the text's focus?
- cause and effect
- sequence
- problem and solution
- comparison
A hint
Notice whether the text orders events, compares features, explains a cause or gives a solution.
Answer & why
Answer: problem and solution
Fading is the problem and replacement is the response.
Question 7
The seeds were planted in April. Shoots appeared in May. Flowers opened in June.
Which main structure best describes the text's focus?
- cause and effect
- sequence
- problem and solution
- comparison
A hint
Notice whether the text orders events, compares features, explains a cause or gives a solution.
Answer & why
Answer: sequence
The months organize a series of events.
Question 8
The coastal route is flatter but longer. The hill route is shorter but steeper.
Which main structure best describes the text's focus?
- cause and effect
- problem and solution
- comparison
- sequence
A hint
Notice whether the text orders events, compares features, explains a cause or gives a solution.
Answer & why
Answer: comparison
The two routes are compared by length and slope.