ASSIGNMENTS COURSES
Attemp: 2 of 1
Read the following paragraph and answer the question that follows.
"A tiger dies and leaves a skin. A man dies and leaves a name." This ancient Chinese proverb illustrates the
fundamental quality of man that distinguishes him from the animals--the power to think and reason. He can
decide what his future will hold. In the molding and shaping of his life, man exerts an influence on all whom
he encounters. He has the ability to choose the type of influence he will have. A tiger, unlike a man, has no
control over either his environment or his destiny. Though he is a majestic animal that prowls the jungle with
pride and assurance, terrorizing both man and beast, his actions are governed only by the laws of nature. His
death leaves the world unchanged; he exerts no lasting influence. When a man dies, however, he may
continue to influence others through accomplished goals and through the traits and ideas he has passed
on.
What pattern of organization does this paragraph follow?
order of importance
cause-effect
O comparison-contrast
simple listing
spatial order
time order