Identify the Topic Sentence and Supporting Details

Select the supporting detail that doesn't fit.
Topic Sentence: Candy is not a healthy treat.

• It tastes really good.
• Candy contains high amounts of sugar.
• You can find many artificial additives in candy.
• Eating too much candy can give you cavities. 

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

Select the supporting detail that doesn't fit.

Topic Sentence:Doing your homework has many benefits.

• Doing your homework helps you remember the material better.

• Those who complete their homework often do better on the test.

• When you have done your homework, it makes it easier to participate in class.

• Homework takes up your precious after school time.

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

Select the supporting detail that doesn't fit.
Topic Sentence: Elephants are very intelligent animals.

• Elephants tear off branches of trees to use as fly swatters. 
• An elephant can live for as long as sixty-five years.
• Elephants can recognize their reflections in mirrors.
• Elephants have been seen keeping vigil over their dead companions.

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

Select the supporting detail that doesn't fit.
Topic Sentence: Schools should eliminate summer vacation.

• During summer classes, the school should be air-conditioned.
• Year-round school can better prepare students for year-round work in the adult world.
• Students will learn more and forget less if they have school all year.
• It costs too much money for school buildings to remain empty in the summer months.

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

Select the best topic sentence for the paragraph.
Johnny has to spend twice as long on his math homework. Sometime he gets the numbers mixed up, and he can't remember the formulas. He has to study and practice a lot to get good grades in math.

• Johnny has a difficult time in school.
• Math is Johnny's most difficult class.
• Reading is Johnny's favorite subject.
• Math is the worst subject ever.

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Select the best topic sentence for the paragraph.
When you bake cookies, you first have to make sure you have all the ingredients. Then you have to mix them together. Finally, you have to put them in the oven.

• Baking cookies is really easy to do.
• My grandma has the best cookies recipe.
• There are a few steps you must follow when making cookies.
• Cookies are easier to make than cake.

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Select the best topic sentence for the paragraph.
Reading helps people do well in school and their jobs. It is also a way to learn new things about our interests. Some people read to escape to different worlds.

• There are many good things that can come from reading.
• Some people like to read.
• Reading is only good if you want to do well in school.
• It is good to read a lot.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Select the best topic sentence for the paragraph.
Most people already know they should eat fruits and vegetables to stay healthy. It is also important to get exercise. It is equally important to get enough sleep at night.

• Being healthy requires a lot of work.
• There are many things you should do to stay healthy.
• Eating right is the best way to stay healthy.
• It is good to be healthy.

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Which supporting detail best supports this topic sentence?
It takes a lot of hard work to become a professional athlete. 

• The pros live the good life.
• People like professional football players make a lot of money.
• Professional athletes spend countless hours practicing their sports.
• All of us can be professional athletes. 

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.1