4.11B Crafting Clear and Coherent Writing

Which of the following sentences best introduces a strong central idea for a paragraph about the importance of reading books?

• Reading books is a fun activity.

• Reading books is essential because it enhances vocabulary, improves focus, and stimulates imagination.

• Books are available in many genres.

• Some people like to read books.

Choose the best transition word to fill in the blank: "I enjoy reading mystery novels. _______, they keep me on the edge of my seat."

• However

• Therefore

• Because

• Furthermore

Which sentence best supports the idea that exercise is beneficial for health?

• Exercise can be done indoors or outdoors.

• Regular exercise helps improve cardiovascular health and boosts mood.

• Many people exercise in the morning.

• Exercise requires comfortable clothing.

Identify the sentence that needs revision for clarity:

• The cat slept on the windowsill, basking in the warm sunlight.

• The book, which was on the table, was read by the girl.

• The boy quickly ran to the store to buy milk.

• The dog barked loudly at the mailman.

Which of the following sentences is correctly punctuated?

• My favorite fruits are apples, bananas and oranges.

• My favorite fruits are apples bananas, and oranges.

• My favorite fruits are apples, bananas, and oranges.

• My favorite fruits are, apples, bananas, and oranges.

What is the best way to organize the following ideas logically in a paragraph about the benefits of recycling? 1. Recycling reduces waste in landfills. 2. Recycling conserves natural resources. 3. Recycling saves energy.

• 1, 2, 3

• 3, 1, 2

• 2, 3, 1

• 1, 3, 2

Which of the following sentences uses a transition word correctly?

• I like to swim. However, I enjoy reading.

• I like to swim. Because I enjoy reading.

• I like to swim. And I enjoy reading.

• I like to swim. But I enjoy reading.

Which sentence needs editing for grammar?

• She don't like to eat broccoli.

• He enjoys playing soccer on weekends.

• They are going to the park later.

• We have finished our homework.

How should you write the Main Idea/Central Idea of a text? 

• One full sentence
• 2 words
• Five sentences
• A paragraph

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.W.3.2A

A central idea statement is a full sentence. It should be structured with the following format: The central of idea of the source is ​ (a)   ​and (b)   .

• topic
• key details/information
• period
• name
• citing textual evidence