4 In most parts of the world there are not as many crocodiles as there used to be. This is a problem because crocodiles are becoming endangered and also crocodiles are necesssary to the balance nature. Many crocodiles have died because people dried up the swamps and marshes where the crocodiles live. Poachers have also contributed to the dilemma as crocodiles have been desired for their strong, smooth, leathery skins. In order to preserve these mighty creatures, people must take care of crocodiles environment and help put a stop to the needless shooting of these animals. Source: Pike and Mumper (2004) 13 mo5.Alligators and crocodiles, along with their relatives the caimans and the gavials, are very much alike. These crocodilians are reptiles with long snouts, long tails, four short legs, tough skin, and sharp teeth. There are some differences, however. Gavials have the longest snout and the most teeth. Some people say that alligators and crocodiles differ in the shape of their snouts and the positioning of their teeth. Zookeepers say that crocodiles move faster than alligators and have nastier dispositions.Source: Ple and Muтрет (2004)type-purpose-signal word-
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Answer:Here's a breakdown of the text types, purposes, and signal words for the provided passages: Passage 4 - Type: Informative/Expository- Purpose: To inform the reader about the declining crocodile population, the reasons behind it, and the importance of conservation.- Signal Word: "This is a problem" indicates a problem statement and the beginning of an explanation. Passage 5 - Type: Informative/Expository- Purpose: To compare and contrast alligators and crocodiles with their relatives, highlighting their similarities and differences.- Signal Words: "along with their relatives," "These crocodilians are reptiles," "There are some differences, however," "Some people say," "Zookeepers say" all signal the comparison and contrast structure of the passage.
