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FButt

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Which of the following are common patterns of discourse in several different content areas textbooks?
 
  a. Comparison/contrast
  c. Definition or explanation
  b. Cause-and-effect
  d. All of the above

Question 2

What is the main purpose of discourse in content textbooks?
 
  a. To entertain readers
  c. To keep students busy during class
  b. To impart and explain information
  d. None of the above



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: D

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B





 

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