Writing ELA 4

Multiple Choice

The order of paragraphs in an essay is...

• introduction, body paragraph(s), conclusion

• body paragraph(s), introduction, conclusion

• thesis, introduction, body paragraph(s), conclusion

• introduction, conclusion, body paragraph(s)

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a part of the 'sandwich' method for writing a paragraph?

• Topic sentence (top bread)

• Detail sentences (filling)

• Closing sentence (bottom bread)

• Title sentence (side bread)

Open Ended

Why do you think it is important for a paragraph to stay focused on one main idea?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the structure of a paragraph according to the 'Paragraph Sandwich' model?

• Topic sentence, detail sentences, closing sentence

• Detail sentences, topic sentence, closing sentence

• Topic sentence, closing sentence, detail sentences

• Closing sentence, detail sentences, topic sentence

Multiple Select

What are two characteristics of a good topic sentence?

• It is clear and simple

• It gives examples

• It names your topic

• It wraps up your ideas

Fill in the Blank

A good closing sentence should remind the reader of your ___ and share a final thought or feeling.

Open Ended

Using the graphic organizer, what is the main idea you would write for a paragraph about your favorite hobby?

Multiple Choice

Which sentence from the example paragraph is the closing sentence?

• I have a friendly dog named Max.

• He has brown fur and loves to play fetch.

• Max sleeps on my bed every night.

• Max is the best pet ever.

Open Ended

How do the sentence frames and the paragraph checklist together help you write a paragraph about your favorite food?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a part of the paragraph checklist for writing about your favorite food?

• Write a topic sentence that tells what your paragraph is about

• Write at least 2 detail sentences that tell more about your topic

• Draw a picture of your favorite food

• Write a closing sentence that wraps up your paragraph

Fill in the Blank

Fill in the blank: Words like 'and', 'the', 'is', and 'my' are examples of ___ words.

Fill in the Blank

A paragraph should have a topic sentence, detail sentences, and a ___ sentence.