Question

You are writing an essay on the long-term effects of smoking on the lungs. Which method of organization would be the best choice for this essay? A) A cause-effect organization B) A chronological C) A problem-solution organization D) A comparison-contrast organization

Answer 1

A) A cause-effect organization.

Answer 2

The correct answer is A) A cause-effect organization

Explanation:

The cause-effect organization is recommended in case a text focuses on either the cause/triggers or the effects/consequences of a situation. Indeed, in this pattern of organization, the general topic is introduced and then the author explains using evidence and details two or more causes/effects related to the main topic. For example, if you want to write about how the Second World War affected Europe you can use this pattern.

Similarly, in the case you want to write an essay about the long-term effects of smoking on the lungs, it is recommended to use cause-effect organization because, in this way, you can first include information about smoking and then focus on the effects or consequences of it.