1. In this way of organizing the paragraph, the cause, which can be an event or action, can be stated right at the beginning of a paragraph, followed by sentences stating the effects. *
2. In this type of organization, the causes, each with its corresponding effect, are tackled one by one in a few sentences or a paragraph. *
3. It is something that causes something else to happen. *
4. In this pattern the ideas are organized through describing one item first followed by the second item. *
5. In this pattern the ideas are organized through discussing both items based on each point of comparison. *
6. It is known as the clue in identifying the pattern of paragraph development used or to be used in writing. *
7. It happens first in a cause and effect paragraph. *
8. It talks about the similarities and differences of two subjects. *
9. In this structure, the effect can be stated at the beginning of the text, followed by sentences and paragraphs that expound on the causes. *
10. These paragraphs are common in writing in many academic disciplines like the humanities, sciences and business. *
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