Read following topic sentences and then choose the letter of the clue word or words that suggest a particular pattern of organization. Then choose the letter of the correct pattern indicated by those clue words.

Categorizing is defined as the grouping together of ideas that have common features.

1. What clue word(s) indicate(s) a pattern?
a. categorizing
b. is defined as
c. group together
d. features

2. What pattern is indicated by this topic sentence?
a. comparison/contrast
b. cause/effect
c. list
d. definition


1. b.
2. d.

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What will be an ideal response?

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Which of the following sentences contains an apostrophe error?

a. It isn't impossible to find the career that's best for you. b. The federal government's need for a variety of worker's is strong even as other businesses downsize. c. A teacher's job can be both fulfilling and secure especially in high-demand fields like science and mathematics. d. Don't try to decide too quickly or you're likely to decide upon the career you think you should want and not one that will make you truly happy.

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The list of references, appendices, glossary, and other supplemental materials are examples of _____________________

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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