The topic sentence of a paragraph is "Adaptations help animals and plants survive in their environments." Which of these details best supports the topic sentence?

Grasshoppers adapted to be bright green so they could blend in with grass.

There are many different species of animals that live on Earth.

Harriet opened her book so she could read more about grasshoppers and other insects.

My favorite insect is the grasshopper.

The supporting details of a paragraph include "We have lots of energy in the morning," and "Breakfast foods --like eggs, pancakes, and granola ---are delicious." Which of these is most likely the topic sentence of the paragraph?

Morning is the best time of day.

It is hard to wake up in the morning.

Evenings are more fun than mornings.

The supporting details of a paragraph include "Fossilized footprints help us understand an animal's size and weight," and "Fossilized teeth can give us hints about an animal's diet." Which of these is most likely the topic sentence of the paragraph?

Fossils help us learn more about animals and plants that lived on Earth many years ago.

You can find fossils at natural history museums, like the one in New York City.

Paleontologists are scientists who study fossils.

When a species is extinct, it no longer exists on Earth.

Many cultures have their own versions of the same or similar fairy tales. For example, there are Cinderella stories from all over the world! They aren’t exactly the same, though. For instance, the fairy tale “How the Raja’s Son Won the Princess Labam” is from India. “Raja” is a title for king in India. In a Scottish version, the main character is named Rushen Coatie. Even though the details and words might be different, the basic story is similar. What is the main idea of the passage?

Cultures all around the world tell similar fairy tales.

In Scotland, Cinderella is called Rushen Coatie.

“Raja” is a title for king in India.

There is only one version of the Cinderella story that people tell.

Which sentence is most likely the topic sentence of the paragraph? The best trip my family ever took was to New Orleans, Louisiana. We drove there in two days. I didn't think it would be very interesting, but I was wrong. We saw the Mississippi River, rode a horse carriage in the French Quarter, and visited a cemetery where everyone was buried above the ground. I liked the food best, especially the New Orleans doughnuts called beignets.

The best trip my family ever took was to New Orleans, Louisiana.

I didn't think it would be very interesting, but I was wrong.

I liked the food best, especially the New Orleans doughnuts called beignets.

Which sentence is most likely the topic sentence of the paragraph?

It is important to completely wash all utensils before using them.

No one likes to eat with a dirty knife, fork, or spoon.

Clean utensils won't transmit germs and bacteria.

They also are more pleasant to eat with.

Which sentence is most likely the topic sentence of the paragraph?

It turns out that poetry isn't old-fashioned; it's as modern as the latest hit song!

Many people think poetry is old-fashioned and uninteresting.

They don't realize that every time they hear a song sung, they are hearing poetry in the form of song lyrics.

Just like many written poems, many song lyrics use rhythm, rhyme, and literary imagery.

Which sentence is most likely the topic sentence of the paragraph?

Growing a garden can be fun, good exercise, and will provide fresh fruits and vegetables for the gardener.

It is interesting to watch the seeds pop their heads above the soil for the first time.

It is sometimes hard to believe that a little seed can become a large vine or plant in just a few weeks.

Planting the seeds and pulling weeds are good exercise for anyone.

Which sentence is most likely the topic sentence of the paragraph?

There are several things you can do to try and fall asleep.

Sometimes it is hard to fall asleep.

You can even try telling yourself a story, which may distract your mind enough that you will be asleep in no time.

Maybe you are not sleepy, or maybe you are thinking about what happened during the day.

Which sentence is most likely the topic sentence of the paragraph?

Miniature golf is both fun and relaxing.

Because of the wide variety of course themes, playing each individual course is like taking a mini-vacation.

You can play in exotic locales like jungles or pirate islands.

For a very low price, you can take a different vacation every time you play!

Which sentence is most likely the topic sentence of the paragraph?

The county fair is a great place for entertainment and fun.

The rides at the fair are awesome!

Everyone can find something they enjoy doing.

Everyone comes for the food and dessert.

Choose the best topic sentence for each paragraph. I usually go skiing every weekend in the winter even though it is expensive. I love the feeling of flying down a mountain. The views are beautiful from the top of a mountain and along the trails. Even the danger of falling and getting hurt can’t keep me away from the slopes on a winter day.

Skiing is my favorite winter sport.

Skiing is dangerous and potentially deadly.

There are incredible views on the skiing trail.

Choose the best topic sentence for the paragraph.

Advances in technology have made the world seem smaller.

Airplanes have changed our lives.

The fax machine was an important invention.

Global lifestyles are evolving.

Identify the main idea of the following passage: 'The sun is a star at the center of the Solar System. It is a nearly perfect sphere of hot plasma, and it provides the Earth with light and heat.'

B) The sun is a source of light and heat for Earth.

C) The sun is not important to the Solar System.

Which of the following is an example of a metaphor?

A) The leaves danced in the wind.

C) The sun is like a golden ball.

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CCSS

RI.5.2, RL.5.1, L.1.1J

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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Which of these is most likely a topic sentence?

Out of all the pizza toppings, pepperoni is the best.

First, pepperoni is salty, crispy, and chewy.

I usually order pepperoni on my pizza, today I got olives.

In conclusion, pepperoni is a perfect pizza topping.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Which question would be most helpful when writing a topic sentence?

What is the most interesting detail about this topic?

How do I want this paragraph to end?

What is the main thing I want to say about the topic?

How does this sentence give evidence to support the main idea?

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

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The topic sentence of a paragraph is "Adaptations help animals and plants survive in their environments."

Which of these details best supports the topic sentence?

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Which of these is most likely the topic sentence of the paragraph?

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Which of these is most likely the topic sentence of the paragraph?