EAP UP WEEKS X-XIII

1. What is a topic sentence?

• 1. A sentence that introduces the main idea of a paragraph

• 1. A sentence that provides supporting details

• 1. A sentence that concludes a paragraph

1. Which of the following is an example of a topic sentence?

• 1. "I went to the store and bought some groceries."

• 1. "There are many different types of flowers in the garden."

• 1. "The weather was beautiful last weekend."

1. Why is a topic sentence important?

• 1. It helps to develop the main idea of a paragraph

• 1. It is a sentence that connects two paragraphs together

• 1. It provides examples and evidence to support a claim

1. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a good topic sentence?

• 1. It is clear and specific.

• 1. It is a broad statement that covers multiple ideas.

• 1. It is placed at or near the beginning of a paragraph.

1. What is the purpose of a topic sentence?

• 1. To summarize the main idea of a paragraph

• 1. To transition between different paragraphs

• 1. To provide examples and details

1. Which of the following would make a good topic sentence for a paragraph about healthy eating?

• 1. "Exercise is important for maintaining a healthy lifestyle."

• 1. "I enjoy going for a walk in the park."

• 1. "Eating fruits and vegetables is essential for good health."

1. What are supporting details?

• 1. Sentences that introduce the main idea of a paragraph

• 1. Sentences that provide evidence and examples to support the main idea

• 1. Sentences that conclude a paragraph

1. Why are supporting details important in a paragraph?

• 1. They help to develop the main idea and provide evidence.

• 1. They provide a transition between different paragraphs.

• 1. They summarize the main idea in a concise manner.

1. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a good supporting detail?

• 1. It is relevant to the main idea of the paragraph.

• 1. It provides specific examples or evidence.

• 1. It introduces a new topic unrelated to the main idea.

1. What is the relationship between a topic sentence and supporting details?

• 1. Supporting details expand on the main idea presented in the topic sentence.

• 1. Supporting details provide a counterargument to the topic sentence.

• 1. The topic sentence is a supporting detail itself.