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Problem/Solution The author introduces and describes a problem and presents
solutions to that problem. Example: an op-ed piece on the topic of
water conservation and steps the community can take to conserve
water

Sequence-Time Chronological information reveals events in a sequence from
beginning to end. Specific dates and times signal chronological
structures in addition to words such as: first, then, next, and finally.

Classification An author presents a variety of information about a particular
subject. Example: a book that presents facts about birds

Generalization An author presents a variety of information and makes a
generalization about a particular subject using examples from the
presented information, such as a book that makes a general
statement about birds after presenting a wide variety of facts.

Let’s take a look at how this information might appear in a test question. Keeping the above organizational
structures in mind, read the following statement:

Question

Which framework did this author use to organize the information?