Study the group of signal words; then select the name of the pattern in which these signal words would probably be used.
Signal Words: first, following, next
A. cause-effect
B. comparison-contrast
C. order of importance
D. simple listing
E. spatial order
F. time order
Answer (2)
My guess is F because the words do indicate moments of time, and when an action took place. I don't know exactly what spatial order is, and it could plainly be a simple listing, but my best guess is on F.
The signal words 'first,' 'following,' and 'next' indicate a sequence of events, which corresponds to the time order pattern. Therefore, the correct answer is F: time order. This pattern is commonly used in narratives and process explanations to clarify the order in which events occur.
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