Analyzing Connections Quick Check

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Question
Use the sentences to answer the question.

Large waves cause erosion of shorelines. Seawalls constructed of concrete can protect shorelines from this erosion.

Which type of connection is made between the ideas in these sentences?

(1 point)
Responses

description
description

contrast
contrast

problem and solution
problem and solution

cause and effect

1 answer

The type of connection made between the ideas in these sentences is problem and solution. The first sentence identifies the problem (large waves causing erosion of shorelines), while the second sentence offers a solution (seawalls constructed of concrete to protect the shorelines).