Topic Sentences

Topic Sentences

9th - 12th Grade

24 Qs

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Topic Sentences

Topic Sentences

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English

9th - 12th Grade

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24 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which is a topic sentence?

Thanksgiving is a popular American holiday

Our meal is very traditional.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which is a topic sentence?

Many come to experience the rich culture and ocean waves.

The natural beauty, warm climate, and surrounding waters make it a popular tourist destination.

The state of Hawaii is a great vacation destination.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the topic sentence?

The most important problem in our city is its inadequate public transportation system.

A bus or streetcar that should arrive at 7:45 may not arrive until 8:00 or later.

In order for people to get to their destinations on time, people must allow for waiting time at the bus and streetcar stops.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the topic sentence of a paragraph tell you?

How many sentences the paragraph has

A supporting detail about the topic

The main idea of a paragraph

A summary of the supporting details

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

The topic sentence is usually the ____________ sentence of a paragraph.

first

second

third

last

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which question would be most helpful when writing a topic sentence?

What is the most interesting detail about this topic?

How do I want this paragraph to end?

What is the main thing I want to say about the topic?

How does this sentence give evidence to support the main idea?

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

The topic sentence of a paragraph is "Adaptations help animals and plants survive in their environments."


Which of these details best supports the topic sentence?

There are many different species of animals that live on Earth.

Grasshoppers adapted to be bright green so they could blend in with grass.

Harriet opened her book so she could read more about grasshoppers and other insects.

My favorite insect is the grasshopper.

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