Week 4: Composing An Effective Paragraph

Which of the following is a part of an essential elements of a paragraph?

• a. Topic Sentence

• b. Transition Signals

• c. Supporting Sentences

• d. Concluding Sentences

Which transition words or phrases signal a time connection?

• a. above, next, besides

• b. after, earlier, in the meantime

• c. as a result, consequently, then

• d. although, even though, on the contrary

Which of these choices is TRUE about the concluding sentence?

• a. It restates the topic sentence.

• b. It comes after the topic sentence.

• c. It provides an overview of the paragraph.

• d. It gives details to develop the topic sentence.

How to achieve coherence in paragraph writing?

• a. By focusing on a single topic

• b. By using logically connected sentences

• c. By giving relevant fact, reason, and examples

• d. By providing specific information that helps a reader understand the main idea.

Which of the following statements describe the sentence UNITY?

• a. All sentences discuss a single idea.

• b. All sentences support the main idea.

• c. All sentences in a paragraph are arranged logically.

• d. All sentences in a paragraph are related to the topic sentence.

Which of the following is NOT the function of transition words or signals words?

• a. to give description

• b. to compare and contrast

• c. to summarize or conclude

• d. to indicate cause and effect

Which of the choices below is NOT the supporting sentence of the given topic sentence?

“African termites have beneficial uses”.

• a. A type of termite has been found to improve the quality of the soil.

• b. These termites grow a fungus that helps in the decomposition of plant material in the soil.

• c. There are approximately two thousand termite species, all of them varying in shape, size,

  and behavior.

• d. The natives fry and eat these termites, for they are a good source of protein.

Which of the choices below is the appropriate supporting sentence of the given topic sentence?

The Giraffe is a very tall animal.

• a. Giraffes have three hearts

• b. Giraffes are very quiet and calm.

• c. Giraffes reach leaves as high as a tree.

• d. A giraffe must bend very low to be able to drink water.

Choose the best topic sentence for the following supporting sentences.

"During the day, tourists enjoy walking on the white sand that sparkles in the sunlight. Tourists indulge in adrenaline pumping activities such as Parasailing, Paraw Sailing, Wind Surfing, and Kiteboarding. At night, the beaches come alive with fascinating sand sculptures."

• a. Boracay beaches have lots of attractions

• b. Boracay is famous for its breathtaking white sand.

• c. Boracay is the best place for elating water activities.

• d. Boracay is one of the hottest beach destinations in Asia.

Which of the following is NOT the supporting sentence of the following topic sentence?

Tristan is a very energetic student.

• a. He is a member of a church choir.

• b. He is the president of the student council.

• c. He is also a member of the Varsity basketball team.

• d. He is a member of almost all organizations and clubs in his school.