Paragraph Structure Quiz

What is the purpose of the introduction in a paragraph?

• To provide supporting details

• To restate the topic sentence

• To introduce the main idea

• To conclude the paragraph

Where is the main idea of a paragraph usually located?

• in the middle

• The first or second sentence

• as the last sentence

• a paragraph does not have a main idea.

What do supporting details do in a paragraph?

• Introduce the main idea

• Provide evidence or examples

• Restate the topic sentence

• Conclude the paragraph

What is the purpose of the conclusion in a paragraph?

• To introduce the main idea

• To provide supporting details

• To tell a new, interesting fact.

• To summarize the main points

What is important to use in a paragraph to create organization and a flow of ideas?

• Transition words

• As many sentences as you can

• The font style and size

• more than one main idea

What is an acceptable range of sentences to include in a well-developed, focused paragraph?

• 2-4

• 6-8

• 3-5

• 25-30

What is the purpose of a topic sentence in a paragraph?

• To introduce the main idea

• To provide supporting details

• To restate the conclusion

• To summarize the main points

What is the correct order of sentences in a coherent paragraph?

• Introduction, supporting details, topic sentence, conclusion

• topic sentence, supporting details, hook, conclusion

• supporting details, conclusion, interesting fact

• Introduction/hook, topic sentence, supporting details, conclusion

Which of the following is an example of a coherent paragraph?

• A paragraph with random sentences

• A paragraph with repetitive ideas

• A paragraph with clear organization and logical flow

• A paragraph with no conclusion

How many ideas does a paragraph tell a reader about?

• One main idea

• As many as you can fit

• Normally just one, but sometimes two

• There should be at least three main ideas