HK243_LESSON 13_WRITING REVIEW

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Instructions: Choose the best answer for each question.

1. Which of the following is the main purpose of a topic sentence in an opinion paragraph?

• a) To provide supporting details.

• 1. b) To introduce the main opinion of the paragraph.

• 1. c) To summarize the entire paragraph.

• d) To give an argument.

Where is the topic sentence usually found in an opinion paragraph?

• a) In the middle.

• b) At the very end.

• c) At the beginning.

• d) It can be anywhere.

What should the supporting sentences in an opinion paragraph do?

• a) Introduce a new, unrelated topic.

• b) Give examples, reasons, or explanations to back up the topic sentence.

• c) Restate the topic sentence in different words.

• d) Ask a question to the reader.

What is the role of the concluding sentence in an opinion paragraph?

• a) To introduce a completely new idea.

• b) To summarize or restate the main opinion in a new way.

• c) To ask a question that the reader must answer.

• d) To list more supporting details.

Which of these sentences would be the best topic sentence for a paragraph on "the benefits of exercise"?

• a) Running is a good way to stay fit.

• b) There are many types of exercise.

• c) Regular exercise offers numerous benefits for both physical and mental health.

• d) Some people don't like to exercise.

Which sentence is most likely a supporting detail for the opinion: "Learning a new language is very beneficial"?

• a) Many countries have different languages.

• b) It can open up new job opportunities and improve communication skills.

• c) English is a global language.

• d) Some people find learning languages difficult.

Which of these words or phrases is typically used to introduce the concluding sentence of an opinion paragraph?

• a) Firstly

• b) In summary

• c) On the other hand

• d) To illustrate

What is a key characteristic of a well-structured opinion paragraph?

• a) It contains only facts without any personal views.

• c) It includes multiple conflicting opinions.

• b) It presents a clear opinion supported by relevant details.

• d) It is written in a casual tone without any structure.

How many supporting details are typically recommended in an opinion paragraph?

• c) Five or more supporting details.

• a) At least one to three supporting details.

• d) Only one supporting detail is sufficient.

• b) No supporting details are needed.

Which transition word is commonly used to add more supporting details in an opinion paragraph?

• d) Meanwhile

• c) Therefore

• b) Additionally

• a) However