Joelyn had been thinking about apple pie all day. Her big sister said she would make one for dessert. After dinner, the delicious smells of apple and cinnamon filled the air. However, Joelyn's sister, Christine, eventually came out of the kitchen carrying a pie that looked like a science project gone wrong. The crust was soggier than cereal left in milk for a week. The apples were harder than bricks. The family dog wouldn't even eat the gross pie.

Question

What kind of organizational structure does the passage above use?
A.
cause/effect
B.
description
C.
compare/contrast
D.
question/answer

Answer 1

The passage primarily uses a description organizational structure. It describes Joelyn's anticipation for the apple pie, the delicious smells, and the disappointing outcome of the pie's appearance and texture. Therefore, the correct answer is:

B. description