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This structure lists facts, characteristics, examples, or items without a time order. It's often used in expository writing like nonfiction articles.
Enumerative
This structure shows the order in which events happen. It's common in narratives, historical texts, procedural writing, and how-to guides.
Sequence
Some signal words for this structure are: first, second, third…
Sequence
Some signal words for this structure are: for example; for instance
Enumerative
Which structure uses these signal words: also, for example, another, in addition?
Enumerative
Which of these is NOT usually a signal word for sequencing? A. meanwhile B. yesterday C. another D. then
another
"To make a sandwich, first gather your ingredients. Next, spread peanut butter on one slice of bread. Then add jelly. Finally, put the slices together."
Sequencing
"Cats are amazing animals. They are independent, clean, and quiet. Also, they don’t need to be walked. Another reason people like cats is that they live longer."
Enumerative
"Yesterday, we visited three museums. First, we saw dinosaur fossils. Next, we explored a space exhibit. Last, we watched a planetarium show."
Sequencing
Which signal word best completes the sentence: "_______, you stir the ingredients together before pouring them into the pan." A. Another B. Meanwhile C. Next D. For example
Next
Which signal word would you likely find in an enumerative paragraph? A. First B. In addition C. Then D. Finally
In addition
Which of these best describes a sequencing text? A. Gives steps to do something in time order B. Gives several reasons a topic is interesting
A. Gives steps to do something in time order
Which of these is an example of enumerative structure? A. "We went to the zoo, then to the aquarium, then to the park." B. "Dogs are loyal, easy to train, and great with kids."
B. "Dogs are loyal, easy to train, and great with kids."
Which of the following is a key signal word for a sequencing text? A. Also B. Another C. Later D. For example
Later
Which signal word could be used in both sequencing and enumerative texts? A. Finally B. Because C. Compare D. However
Finally
"Baking cookies is easy. First, gather your ingredients. Next, mix the dough. Then, scoop it onto a pan and bake."
Sequencing
