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A paragraph describing the construction of a birdhouse, detailing each step from cutting the wood to assembling the pieces, primarily uses which expository method?
A paragraph describing the construction of a birdhouse, detailing each step from cutting the wood to assembling the pieces, primarily uses which expository method?
- Comparison and Contrast
- Cause and Effect
- Sequence/Process (correct)
- Problem and Solution
In a text discussing the rising costs of college education and its impact on student loan debt, the author is most likely employing which expository method?
In a text discussing the rising costs of college education and its impact on student loan debt, the author is most likely employing which expository method?
- Sequence/Process
- Cause and Effect (correct)
- Comparison and Contrast
- Problem and Solution
Which set of transition words would MOST likely appear in a paragraph that uses the 'Comparison and Contrast' expository method?
Which set of transition words would MOST likely appear in a paragraph that uses the 'Comparison and Contrast' expository method?
- Differs from, Similar to, On the other hand (correct)
- Problem is, One possible solution is, Therefore
- First, Next, Finally
- If...then, Because of, As a result
An essay argues that social media has both positive and negative effects on society, improved communication versus increased misinformation. Which expository method is MOST applicable?
An essay argues that social media has both positive and negative effects on society, improved communication versus increased misinformation. Which expository method is MOST applicable?
A city council report details increasing traffic congestion during peak hours, and proposes constructing new public transportation routes. Which expository method does this exemplify?
A city council report details increasing traffic congestion during peak hours, and proposes constructing new public transportation routes. Which expository method does this exemplify?
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Sequence/Process
Sequence/Process
Describes the order of events or steps to follow.
Comparison and Contrast
Comparison and Contrast
Describes how things are alike and different.
Cause and Effect
Cause and Effect
Explains why something happens, stating its cause and effect.
Problem and Solution
Problem and Solution
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Transition Words
Transition Words
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Study Notes
Expository Text Structures
- Sequence/Process: Describes the order of events or steps involved in a process. Transition words include: first, second, third; next; finally; then; after; before; not long after; while; meanwhile; at the same time.
Comparison and Contrast
- Comparison and Contrast: Explains how two or more things are similar and/or different. Transition words include: differs from; similar to; in contrast; alike; same as; as well as; on the other hand; either; or; however.
Cause and Effect
- Cause and Effect: Explains the reasons behind an event or happening (cause-what made it happen) and the result of the event. Transition words include: if...then; because of; as a result; so; since; to; effects of; caused by; brought about by.
Problem and Solution
- Problem and Solution: Presents a problem and the possible solutions for resolving it. Transition words include: problem is...; because; this led to; one possible solution is; therefore; if...then; thus.
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This text describes different expository text structures. It covers sequence/process, comparison and contrast, cause and effect, and problem and solution structures. It also provides transition words associated with each structure.
