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Writing Patterns, Exercise 2
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Directions: For each item below, select the letter of the answer choice that describes the writing pattern the author would be most likely to use. Remember to watch for clue words and signals in each item.

1
Cholesterol is a white, fat-like substance found in cells of animal origin. For example, it is found in butter, eggs, and bacon.
A)list
B)cause-effect
C)comparison-contrast
D)definition
2
To complete the application process, return your completed form and proof of residency to the admissions office. You will be notified of your acceptance within two business days. You may register for classes anytime after that.
A)list
B)sequence
C)definition
D)cause-effect
3
There are several types of speeches. There are speeches that entertain and ones that inform. There are also ones that are intended to inspire or persuade.
A)list
B)sequence
C)definition
D)cause-effect
4
There are obviously several advantages of having a credit card. However, there can be several disadvantages as well.
A)list
B)sequence
C)comparison-contrast
D)cause-effect
5
The "Third Reich" is the name of the fascist government that controlled Germany from the early 1930s until the end of World War II. The Nazi political party, led by Adolph Hitler, gave the government its name. Reich is German for "empire."
A)list
B)sequence
C)definition
D)cause-effect
6
The colors of the rainbow in order from the inside of the curve to the outside are red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, violet.
A)list
B)sequence
C)definition
D)cause-effect
7
What is the purpose of the GI Bill? The reason Congress passed it was to provide educational and other benefits for those who had served in the armed forces and were honorably discharged.
A)list
B)sequence
C)definition
D)cause-effect
8
A neurosis is a mental disorder characterized by anxiety or fear. A neurotic person might worry excessively about other people think about him or her. In contrast, a psychosis is much more serious: it is a severe mental disorder. Psychotic people have disordered thought processes, and they can have hallucinations and delusions.
A)list
B)comparison-contrast
C)cause-effect
D)definition
9
There are four categories of clouds: fair-weather cumulus; cumulonimbus clouds, which often accompany rain; low, gray stratus clouds, and wispy cirrus.
A)list
B)sequence
C)definition
D)cause-effect
10
Recent explosions in world population have been caused by sharp reductions in death rates and increases in longevity (length of life). People are living longer because of medical advances, technological advances, pesticides, and famine relief.
A)list
B)sequence
C)definition
D)cause-effect







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