Parts of a Paragraph
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English
6th - 8th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a topic sentence?
A topic sentence is a sentence that provides supporting details for the main idea of a paragraph or section of text.
A topic sentence is a sentence that introduces a new topic.
A topic sentence is a sentence that summarizes the main idea of a paragraph or section of text.
A topic sentence is a sentence that expresses the main idea of a paragraph or section of text.
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CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RI.6.2
CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of a concluding sentence?
The purpose of a concluding sentence is to confuse the reader.
The purpose of a concluding sentence is to introduce a new topic.
The purpose of a concluding sentence is to repeat information from the body of the text.
The purpose of a concluding sentence is to summarize and provide closure.
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CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RI.6.2
CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which sentence would make a good topic sentence for a paragraph about dogs?
Dogs are messy and require a lot of maintenance.
Dogs are loyal and loving companions that bring joy to people's lives.
Dogs are dangerous animals that should be avoided.
Cats are better pets than dogs.
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CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RI.6.2
CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What do supporting details do in a paragraph?
Support the main idea
Contradict the main idea
Confuse the reader
Provide irrelevant information
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CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.6.1
CCSS.RL.8.1
CCSS.RL.7.1
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which sentence would make a good concluding sentence for a paragraph about a vacation?
Overall, my vacation was a complete waste of time and I regret going.
Overall, my vacation was a memorable and rejuvenating experience that I will cherish forever.
In summary, my vacation was just okay and I probably won't remember it.
In conclusion, my vacation was a terrible and exhausting experience that I will try to forget.
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CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RI.6.2
CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main purpose of a topic sentence?
To introduce the main idea or theme of a paragraph.
To summarize the previous paragraph.
To conclude the paragraph.
To provide supporting details for the main idea.
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CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RI.6.2
CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of supporting details in a paragraph?
To provide evidence, examples, or explanations that support the main idea or topic of the paragraph.
To distract the reader from the main idea.
To confuse the reader with irrelevant information.
To contradict the main idea of the paragraph.
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CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.6.1
CCSS.RL.8.1
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