Bridging and Transitioning Sentences Quiz

Which sentence best bridges the hook and thesis for an essay about curiosity leading to danger?

• Some people are naturally curious, always wanting to explore.

• Coraline is a very curious character.

• Coraline’s curiosity leads her into an exciting, yet dangerous, other world.

• Coraline is a book about a girl who finds a mysterious door.

Which sentence best connects the idea of Coraline feeling bored to her decision to explore the house?

• Coraline’s house is old and has many rooms.

• Coraline’s parents are very busy, so she has to find ways to entertain herself.

• Coraline finds a small door in her house.

• Coraline is an adventurous girl.

Which sentence would best help bridge the hook and thesis in an essay about BLACKPINK’s impact on music?

• BLACKPINK is a K-pop group that has become famous.

• Many K-pop groups perform around the world.

• BLACKPINK changed the music industry with their unique style and global reach.

• BLACKPINK’s music is very catchy.

What is the purpose of bridging sentences in an introduction?

• To make the introduction longer.

• To connect the hook to the thesis smoothly.

• To grab the reader’s attention.

• To state all three body paragraph topics.

Which of these best connects a general statement about exploring new places to a thesis about Coraline’s curiosity?

• Many people enjoy exploring new places.

• Coraline loves adventure and always looks for something new to do.

• Coraline’s house is different from her old home.

• Coraline meets many strange characters.

Which sentence best connects the idea of BLACKPINK’s popularity to their influence on fashion?

• BLACKPINK’s songs are played all over the world.

• BLACKPINK is known for their bold and stylish fashion choices.

• Many fans like BLACKPINK’s music.

• BLACKPINK’s concerts sell out quickly.

What should a good bridging sentence do?

• Jump straight into the thesis.

• Connect ideas smoothly between the hook and thesis.

• List all the body paragraphs in one sentence.

• End the introduction.

What is the purpose of a transition sentence between paragraphs?

• To make the essay sound better.

• To introduce a new idea while linking it to the previous paragraph.

• To list all the key points of the essay.

• To repeat the thesis statement.

Which sentence best transitions from a paragraph about Coraline’s excitement for the other world to a paragraph about her discovering its dangers?

• Coraline is happy in the other world at first.

• At first, the other world seems perfect, but soon, Coraline realizes something is wrong.

• Coraline meets the Other Mother in the strange world.

• The real world is boring for Coraline.

Which is the best transition between a paragraph about BLACKPINK’s rise to fame and a paragraph about their influence on fashion?

• BLACKPINK has a lot of fans worldwide.

• BLACKPINK became famous quickly, and their unique fashion style helped them stand out even more.

• Many K-pop groups wear cool outfits.

• Fashion is an important part of music culture.