SEQUENCESequencing is the order in which ideas happen in a text. It can also mean the steps people follow to do something.
Identifying the sequence of events in a story helps a reader better understand the order of events. You can identify explicit (obvious) sequence relationships because of clue words such as first, then, next, after, and last. If the sequence is implicit (hidden), there may not be any clues words and you will have to figure it out on your own. Words such as while, meanwhile, and during can show when events happen at the same time. This skill also helps readers recognize patterns to better determine cause and effect. |
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