
Topic/Transition Sentences
Authored by Zachary Graves
English
9th - 12th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of a topic sentence?
To introduce the main idea of a paragraph
To summarize the entire essay
To list all sources used
To conclude the essay
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Where is the topic sentence usually placed in a paragraph?
At the beginning
In the middle
At the end
It does not matter
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What are the two components of a topic sentence?
Thesis and argument
Topic and central point
Evidence and explanation
Introduction and conclusion
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is an example of a transition word used to show contrast?
Furthermore
As a result
However
In addition
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why should you avoid overusing transition words?
It makes the essay harder to understand
It weakens the thesis statement
It can make writing seem repetitive and unnatural
Transition words should only be used in introductions
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What type of transition words are “first,” “subsequently,” and “finally”?
Cause and effect
Comparison
Sequential
Contradictory
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How do topic sentences help with paragraph transitions?
By listing all previous arguments
By showing connections between paragraphs and introducing new points
By replacing the need for evidence
By summarizing the conclusion
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