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Competency 2—Knowledge of text types and structures

DIRECTIONS: Read the question and select the best response.

Use the following excerpt to answer the question.

The high price of oil in the 1970s resulted in a serious problem for many Americans. Long lines to purchase gasoline for cars were unavoidable. People were subjected to higher prices for oil to heat their homes. Oil companies looked to other nations for new oil supplies. They also began drilling for oil on the ocean floor.

Which of the following is the excerpt an example of?

Choose an answer

chronological or sequence
comparison and contrast
main idea and details
problem and solution

Enter to expand or collapse answer.Answer expanded: Correct Response: D.