Describing Text Structures in Informational Texts Practice Test

Read the passage.

A desert and a rainforest are both habitats, but they are very different places. In the desert, rainfall is rare, so many plants store water in thick stems. However, a rainforest gets heavy rain, and plants often have wide leaves to catch sunlight. Desert animals may be active at night, while rainforest animals can find shade during the day. Although both habitats support life, their temperatures and water supplies are not the same.

The author organizes information in this passage by ___.

Read the passage.

First, a seed absorbs water and swells inside the soil. Next, a tiny root grows downward to anchor the new plant. Then, a small shoot pushes up toward the sunlight. After that, the seedling grows leaves that make food using sunlight and air. Finally, the plant becomes stronger and can grow flowers or fruit.

What events are described in order?