PS 2025 Paragraph Quiz

What is the main purpose of a topic sentence in a paragraph?

• To list examples

• To state the main idea of the paragraph

• To ask the reader a question

• To summarize the whole essay

Which part of a topic sentence gives the paragraph focus and limits the discussion?

• The transition word

• The closing sentence

• The controlling idea

• The citation

In the PEEL paragraph structure, what does the E stand for?

• Emphasis

• Example

• Evaluate

• Explain

What helps make a paragraph coherent?

• Using only short sentences

• Jumping between topics

• Organizing ideas logically

• Using a lot of quotes

Which of the following improves cohesion in a paragraph?

• Topic sentences

• Complex vocabulary

• Linking words like “however,” “for example,” “in addition”

• Irrelevant details

Write one linking word or phrase you can use to show contrast between ideas.

Supporting details should include facts, examples, and explanations related to the topic sentence.

• TRUE

• FALSE

What Does PEEL Stand for?