Question

Study the group of signal words; then select the name of the pattern in which these signal words would probably be used.

first, following, next



cause-effect

comparison-contrast

order of importance

simple listing

spatial order

Answer 1

The name of the pattern that these signal words (first, following, next) would probably be used is the pattern of simple listing. This kind of pattern emphasizes on the order on how things occur or happen. This kind of pattern is usually seen when providing directions, such as steps in cooking or baking.