IREAD - Indiana Reading Evaluation and Determination Nonfiction: Text Structure Questions and Answers

Question 1

A text explains that many forests are shrinking because of too much logging. It then suggests that planting new trees and creating protected areas can help the forests recover. How is this text organized?

Accepted Answer

Problem and Solution

Answer

The text is organized using a problem and solution structure. It first identifies a problem (shrinking forests) and then proposes solutions (planting trees, creating protected areas).

Question 2

An author writes a passage with the following sentences: 'First, gather your materials: a pot, soil, and a seed. Next, fill the pot with soil. Then, plant the seed about one inch deep. Finally, water the seed and place the pot in a sunny spot.' Which text structure is the author using?

Accepted Answer

Sequence

Answer

The passage uses a sequence text structure, indicated by signal words like 'First,' 'Next,' 'Then,' and 'Finally,' which show the steps in a process in the order they should happen.

Question 3

A nonfiction text discusses the differences and similarities between alligators and crocodiles. It mentions that both are reptiles, but alligators have U-shaped snouts while crocodiles have V-shaped snouts. Which text structure best describes this passage?

Accepted Answer

Compare and Contrast

Answer

This text uses a compare and contrast structure because it explains how two subjects (alligators and crocodiles) are alike (both reptiles) and different (snout shape).

Question 4

Which of the following best describes the 'cause and effect' text structure?

Accepted Answer

It explains why something happened and what the results were.

Answer

The cause and effect text structure is used to explain an event (the cause) and the events that follow as a result (the effects).

Question 5

A passage describes the giant panda. It details its black and white fur, its diet of bamboo, and its habitat in the mountains of China. The author's main purpose is to give the reader facts and information about this animal. What is the text structure?

Accepted Answer

Description

Answer

The text is organized by description. It provides various characteristics and facts about a specific topic, the giant panda, to help the reader create a mental picture.

(IREAD) Indiana Reading Evaluation and Determination Practice Test

(IREAD) Indiana Reading Evaluation and Determination Practice Test

IREAD - Indiana Reading Evaluation and Determination Nonfiction: Text Structure Questions and Answers