Description
Information is presented in sections that often begin with a central idea and are followed by an elaboration of the features, characteristics, or examples of the subject at hand.
Description
Characteristics of; Details; For example; For instance; Such as
Problem and Solution
Information is conveyed as an issue or a problem of concern and solutions are proposed or explained
Problem and Solution
An answer to; A possible solution to; A challenge of; In order to solve; A consequence of
Chronological
Facts, events or details are presented in the order in which they occurred in time
Chronological
On; Before; Earlier; Eventually; Next; Not long after; Until; When
Compare and Contrast
The similarities and/or differences of two or more people, things, concepts, or ideas are presented.
Compare and Contrast
Alike; Also; Not only; On the other hand; Instead of
Cause and Effect
Information reflects a casual relationship. The description of what happened is the effect and the details related to why it happened is the cause.
Cause and Effect
As a result; Because of; Due to; For this reason; Result of; Therefore
Sequence
Information is presented as a series of instructions or steps in a process.
Sequence
First; Second; Third; At once; After; Before; During; Finally; Last; Next