1) The green sea turtle and the loggerhead sea turtle nest along the Atlantic and the Pacific shores in the United States. The green sea turtle is on the endangered list while the loggerhead is listed as threatened. Both turtles tend to stay near the coastline.  a) Compare & Contrast b) Problem & Solution c) Chronological/Sequential d) Cause & Effect e) Generalization f) Process 2) The loggerhead is a relatively easy turtle to identify. For example, the loggerhead has a reddish-brown upper shell and a dull brown to yellowish lower shell. The shells consist of an upper part, known as the carapace, and a lower section, called the plastron. a) Compare & Contrast b) Problem & Solution c) Chronological/Sequential d) Cause & Effect e) Generalization f) Process 3) During the months from May to September, the loggerhead turtle comes ashore to nest at night. It follows a very particular process to lay its eggs. The first step for the tutle to nest is the turtle crawls out of the sea to the beach in search of the right place to build a nest for its eggs. Next, the turtle lays its eggs then covers the nest with sand. Finally, the turtle makes its way back to the sea. a) Compare & Contrast b) Problem & Solution c) Chronological/Sequential d) Cause & Effect e) Generalization f) Process 4) The loggerhead sea turtle is threatened. Conservationists are attempting to help the survival rate of the loggerhead turtles. Their solution is to educate the public about the nesting habits of the sea turtles and help pass gill netting regulations for fishermen. a) Compare & Contrast b) Problem & Solution c) Chronological/Sequential d) Cause & Effect e) Generalization f) Process 5) Astronauts are passionate about dedicating their lives to science. However, spending extended amounts of time in zero-gravity evironment can cause damage to the human body. As a result of space flight, many astronauts experience muscle and bone loss. a) Compare & Contrast b) Problem & Solution c) Chronological/Sequential d) Cause & Effect e) Generalization f) Process 6) Making your own coffee is simple. First, fill the reservoir with water. Next, place a new paper filter in the basket. Then, scoop the coffee grounds into the filter. Finally, press the on button to start brewing. Enjoy your freshly brewed coffee. a) Compare & Contrast b) Problem & Solution c) Chronological/Sequential d) Cause & Effect e) Generalization f) Process

Text Structures Practice - 6th Grade

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