Problem – Solution

October 14, 2019

8A / 8B
Objectives

1.Define problem and solution

2.Write the problem and solution based on the given
situation
3.Sympathetically propose solution to the problem
shared by a colleague
We cannot avoid the fact that we will
encounter problems in our lives. But no
matter how hard they are, there are
always appropriate solutions to them.
Write It, Share It, Solve It !
 Activity
 Choose the solution for each of the following
problems below. Choose from the options
inside the box.
______1. Sue loves to eat apples, but lost her two
front teeth.
______2. Kylie wanted to ride her bike, but when
she went to get on it there was a flat tire.
______3.Rose was going on a field trip to the
planetarium, but didn't know anything about
the stars.
______4. Kate needs to go to the store for milk,
but it is raining.
______5. Megan forgot her lunch at home.
A. She asks if she can use her mom's
umbrella to stay dry on her way to the
store.
B. Her mother drove it to school.
C. Her mom said she would cut her
apple in small pieces so she could still
eat it.
D. She went to the bike shop with the flat
tire and had it repaired.
E. She went to the library in school and
took out some books on stars.
 Activity
 Choose the solution for each of the following
problems below. Choose from the options
inside the box.
C 1. Sue loves to eat apples, but lost her two
front teeth.
D 2. Kylie wanted to ride her bike, but when
she went to get on it there was a flat tire.
E 3.Rose was going on a field trip to the
planetarium, but didn't know anything about
the stars.
A 4. Kate needs to go to the store for milk,
but it is raining.
B 5. Megan forgot her lunch at home.
A. She asks if she can use her mom's
umbrella to stay dry on her way to the
store.
B. Her mother drove it to school.
C. Her mom said she would cut her
apple in small pieces so she could still
eat it.
D. She went to the bike shop with the flat
tire and had it repaired.
E. She went to the library in school and
took out some books on stars.
REMEMBER

A problem is something that causes trouble for the

character in a story or sentence.
 The solution is how that character solves, or fixes the
problem.
 Problem-Solution uses signal words like because, one part
of, as a result, consequently, this led to, if…then, remedy,
thus, due to and one step of the solution is…. ,in order to
solve, to solve this problem.
Read the paragraph below and see how
signal words are applied.

 Astronauts face many problems in space caused by weightlessness. One of these

problems is floating around the cabin. To solve this problem, astronauts wear shoes that
are coated with a special adhesive. This adhesive sticks to the floor of the cabin. Serving
food is another problem. It won't stay put on the table! Experts solved this problem by
putting food and drinks in pouches and tubes. It only needs to be mixed with water.
Weightlessness also causes problems when an astronaut tries to work. The simple task of
turning a wrench or a doorknob can be difficult. Since there is no gravity to keep him
down, when he exerts a force in one direction, the opposite force may flip him over
completely. To solve this problem, he must be very careful about how much force he uses
to do these simple tasks. Here on earth, life is much simpler, thanks to gravity.
 Read the paragraph below and see how
signal words are applied.

 Astronauts face many problems in space caused by weightlessness. One of

these problems is floating around the cabin. To solve this problem,
astronauts wear shoes that are coated with a special adhesive. This
adhesive sticks to the floor of the cabin. Serving food is another problem. It
won't stay put on the table! Experts solved this problem by putting food
and drinks in pouches and tubes. It only needs to be mixed with water.
Weightlessness also causes problems when an astronaut tries to work. The
simple task of turning a wrench or a doorknob can be difficult. Since there
is no gravity to keep him down, when he exerts a force in one direction, the
opposite force may flip him over completely. To solve this problem, he must
be very careful about how much force he uses to do these simple tasks.
Here on earth, life is much simpler, thanks to gravity.
 Identify the problem and the solutions
presented in the paragraph below.

 There are certain things which students can do if they suffer from exam anxiety. To
begin with, they should get a good night‘s sleep the day before the exam. If they
sleep well, they will be able to concentrate and do well in the exam . If not, this will
cause more stress and anxiety. The second effective solution is to change their poor
study habits. If they start to study one day before the exam, this will cause worry and
stress. However, if they change such habits and start to study regularly, this will give
them confidence before and during the exam. The last thing they should do is to
think positive. When they think positive, they will get rid of all their fears and worries.
For example, visualizing themselves as a student who has a high mark before the
exam can make them feel better. In summary, getting a good night‘s sleep,
changing their poor study habits and thinking positive are effective solutions to deal
with exam anxiety.
 Identify the problem and the solutions
presented in the paragraph below.

 There are certain things which students can do if they suffer from exam anxiety. To
begin with, they should get a good night‘s sleep the day before the exam. If they
sleep well, they will be able to concentrate and do well in the exam . If not, this will
cause more stress and anxiety. The second effective solution is to change their poor
study habits. If they start to study one day before the exam, this will cause worry and
stress. However, if they change such habits and start to study regularly, this will give
them confidence before and during the exam. The last thing they should do is to
think positive. When they think positive, they will get rid of all their fears and worries.
For example, visualizing themselves as a student who has a high mark before the
exam can make them feel better. In summary, getting a good night‘s sleep,
changing their poor study habits and thinking positive are effective solutions to deal
with exam anxiety.
REMEMBER

A problem is something that causes trouble for the

character in a story or sentence.
 The solution is how that character solves, or fixes the
problem.
 Problem-Solution uses signal words like because, one part
of, as a result, consequently, this led to, if…then, remedy,
thus, due to and one step of the solution is…. ,in order to
solve, to solve this problem.
ACTIVITY