Understanding Paragraph Structure Quiz

Which sentence is the topic sentence in the following paragraph? "Birds are fascinating creatures. They can fly high in the sky and have beautiful feathers. Some birds can even mimic human speech. Birds are found all over the world."

• Birds are fascinating creatures.

• They can fly high in the sky and have beautiful feathers.

• Some birds can even mimic human speech.

• Birds are found all over the world.

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CCSS.RI.3.2

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

• To conclude the paragraph.

• To introduce the main idea of the paragraph.

• To provide examples.

• To ask a question.

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CCSS.W.3.2A

Identify the supporting sentence in the following paragraph: "Apples are a popular fruit. They are rich in vitamins and fiber. Many people enjoy eating them as a healthy snack. Apples come in various colors like red, green, and yellow."

• Apples are a popular fruit.

• They are rich in vitamins and fiber.

• Many people enjoy eating them as a healthy snack.

• Apples come in various colors like red, green, and yellow.

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CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.3.1

Which sentence is the concluding sentence in the following paragraph? "Playing sports is beneficial for children. It helps them stay active and healthy. Sports also teach teamwork and discipline. Overall, sports are a great way for kids to learn and grow."

• Playing sports is beneficial for children.

• It helps them stay active and healthy.

• Sports also teach teamwork and discipline.

• Overall, sports are a great way for kids to learn and grow.

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CCSS.W.3.2D

What is the main idea of the following paragraph? "Dogs are known as man's best friend. They are loyal and protective. Many families have dogs as pets. Dogs can also be trained to help people with disabilities."

• Dogs are loyal and protective.

• Dogs are known as man's best friend.

• Many families have dogs as pets.

• Dogs can be trained to help people with disabilities.

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CCSS.RI.3.2

Which sentence is the topic sentence in the following paragraph? "Winter is a magical season. Snow covers the ground, creating a beautiful white landscape. People enjoy activities like skiing and building snowmen. Hot chocolate is a favorite treat during this time."

• Winter is a magical season.

• Snow covers the ground, creating a beautiful white landscape.

• People enjoy activities like skiing and building snowmen.

• Hot chocolate is a favorite treat during this time.

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CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.SL.3.2

Identify the supporting sentence in the following paragraph: "Reading books is a wonderful hobby. It allows you to explore new worlds and ideas. Many people find reading relaxing and enjoyable. Books can be found in libraries and bookstores."

• Reading books is a wonderful hobby.

• It allows you to explore new worlds and ideas.

• Many people find reading relaxing and enjoyable.

• Books can be found in libraries and bookstores.

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CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.3.1

Which sentence is the concluding sentence in the following paragraph? "Gardening is a rewarding activity. It provides fresh fruits and vegetables. Gardening also helps reduce stress. In conclusion, gardening is beneficial for both the body and mind."

• Gardening is a rewarding activity.

• It provides fresh fruits and vegetables.

• Gardening also helps reduce stress.

• In conclusion, gardening is beneficial for both the body and mind.

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CCSS.W.3.2D

What is the main idea of the following paragraph? "Music is a universal language. It brings people together from different cultures. Music can express emotions and tell stories. Many people enjoy listening to music in their free time."

• Music is a universal language.

• It brings people together from different cultures.

• Music can express emotions and tell stories.

• Many people enjoy listening to music in their free time.

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CCSS.RI.3.2

Which sentence is the topic sentence in the following paragraph? "Summer is a fun season. People go to the beach to swim and sunbathe. Kids enjoy playing outside and having picnics. Ice cream is a popular treat during the hot weather."

• Summer is a fun season.

• People go to the beach to swim and sunbathe.

• Kids enjoy playing outside and having picnics.

• Ice cream is a popular treat during the hot weather.

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CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.3.1