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THE JIGSAW PROBLEM
SOLVE THE PUZZLE THAT WILL BE GIVEN
TO YOU AND PRESENT IT TO THE CLASS.
Pattern of Idea Development
PROBLEM-
SOLUTION
Problem-Solution
Pattern
This pattern of idea development is used when a
writer identifies a problem and addresses it by
presenting one or more solutions. A problem refers
to the unsatisfactory situation that causes troubles or
difficulties. A solution on the other hand, refers to
the ways in solving or minimizing the problem.
Grammatical Signals
The issue is, One major problem, A challenge
faced by, The difficulty with, The concern is
To address this, A possible solution, One way to
solve this, In order to, As a result
Activity
Read the problems shown and formulate a
solution with the appropriate grammatical
signal. Write the answers in your notebook.
Copy and answer.
1. Problem: Traffic congestion in cities causes long travel delays.
Solution: ______________________________
2. Problem: Many students have difficulty understanding math concepts.
Solution: ______________________________
3. Problem: Excessive social media use affects students' focus in class.
Solution: ______________________________
4. Problem: Poor waste disposal leads to environmental damage.
Solution: ______________________________
5. Problem: Lack of physical activity among students results in health issues.
Solution: ______________________________
Activity: Identify me!
Read the statements carefully and determine
whether they present a problem or a solution.
Mark (P) for problem and (S) for solution.
Write only your answer in your notebook.
2. To help students, schools
should offer time
management workshops.
3. Air pollution is increasing
due to excessive vehicle use.
4. One way to reduce air
pollution is by promoting the
use of bicycles.
5. Plastic waste is harming
marine life at an alarming
rate.
Answers:
1. P
2. S
3. P
4. S
5. P
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