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1.
Select the supporting detail that doesn't fit.
Topic Sentence: Candy is not a healthy treat.
Topic Sentence: Candy is not a healthy treat.
a)
It tastes really good.
b)
Candy contains high amounts of sugar.
c)
You can find many artificial additives in candy.
d)
Eating too much candy can give you cavities.
2.
Select the supporting detail that doesn't fit.
Topic Sentence:Doing your homework has many benefits.
a)
Doing your homework helps you remember the material better.
b)
Those who complete their homework often do better on the test.
c)
When you have done your homework, it makes it easier to participate in class.
d)
Homework takes up your precious after school time.
3.
First, I made flyers describing my service and prices. Mom and I delivered them to all the houses in our neighborhood. A few days later my neighbors dog was my first customer. The owner thought I did such a nice job that he told all his friends. I've been in business almost a year and I'm so busy. Every Saturday I have about seven dog washing appointments. I hope to save enough money to buy a pet store some day. What would be a good topic sentence for this paragraph?
a)
My Own business
b)
Last summer I started my dog washing business.
c)
Mom helped me with my business.
d)
I have lots of dogs to wash on Saturday.
4.
Where would you usually find the topic sentence in a paragraph?
a)
It's the last sentence of the paragraph.
b)
The topic sentence is found in the middle of the paragraph after the details.
c)
Most of the time it is the first sentence of the paragraph.
5.
What are the sentences called that tell more about the topic sentence?
a)
conclusion
b)
main idea
c)
supporting details
d)
paragraph
6.
Select the supporting detail that doesn't fit.
Topic Sentence: My cat is afraid of everything.
Topic Sentence: My cat is afraid of everything.
a)
He hides under the couch when you turn the microwave on.
b)
He sleeps all day long.
c)
He runs away when you sweep the floor.
d)
He jumps every time the doorbell rings.
7.
Select the supporting detail that doesn't fit.
Topic Sentence: Reading class is really interesting.
Topic Sentence: Reading class is really interesting.
a)
We learn interesting facts from the things we read.
b)
Our teacher gives us new ways to look at things.
c)
It's my least favorite class.
d)
Sometimes we do dramatic readings of the text that are super engaging.
8.
Select the supporting detail that doesn't fit.
Topic Sentence: Candy is not a healthy treat.
Topic Sentence: Candy is not a healthy treat.
a)
It tastes really good.
b)
Candy contains high amounts of sugar.
c)
You can find many artificial additives in candy.
d)
Eating too much candy can give you cavities.
9.
Select the supporting detail that doesn't fit.
Topic Sentence: There are many reasons people find clowns scary.
Topic Sentence: There are many reasons people find clowns scary.
a)
Their face paint hides their true identity.
b)
People often think of the creepy clowns they've seen on movies such as "It."
c)
There have been some bad clowns in the news lately.
d)
They makes fun balloon animal.
10.
Select the supporting detail that doesn't fit.
Topic Sentence: Ms Schultz drinks coffee for a number of reasons.
Topic Sentence: Ms Schultz drinks coffee for a number of reasons.
a)
She likes the taste of it.
b)
Coffee isn't as good as tea.
c)
It helps her stay awake.
d)
When she doesn't drink it she gets really crabby.
11.
Select the supporting detail that doesn't fit.
Topic Sentence: Ms Knapmiller is the best teacher.
Topic Sentence: Ms Knapmiller is the best teacher.
a)
She always makes sure her classroom smells good.
b)
When students have questions, she helps them.
c)
Sometimes she rewards students with candy.
d)
She is super scary just like Ms Schultz.
12.
Select the supporting detail that doesn't fit.
Topic Sentence: There are many differences between cats and dogs.
Topic Sentence: There are many differences between cats and dogs.
a)
Cats can be trained to use a litter box inside.
b)
Dogs have to be let outside to use the bathroom.
c)
They're both pets that people have.
d)
Dogs need to be taken on walks, and cats don't.
13.
Select the supporting detail that doesn't fit.
Topic Sentence: Doing your homework has many benefits.
Topic Sentence: Doing your homework has many benefits.
a)
Doing your homework helps you remember the material better.
b)
Those who complete their homework often do better on the test.
c)
When you have done your homework, it makes it easier to participate in class.
d)
Homework takes up your precious after school time.
14.
Select the supporting detail that doesn't fit.
Topic Sentence: Elephants are very intelligent animals.
Topic Sentence: Elephants are very intelligent animals.
a)
Elephants tear off branches of trees to use as fly swatters.
b)
An elephant can live for as long as sixty-five years.
c)
Elephants can recognize their reflections in mirrors.
d)
Elephants have been seen keeping vigil over their dead companions.
15.
Select the supporting detail that doesn't fit.
Topic Sentence: Schools should eliminate summer vacation.
Topic Sentence: Schools should eliminate summer vacation.
a)
During summer classes, the school should be air-conditioned.
b)
Year-round school can better prepare students for year-round work in the adult world.
c)
Students will learn more and forget less if they have school all year.
d)
It costs too much money for school buildings to remain empty in the summer months.
16.
Select the best topic sentence for the paragraph.
Johnny has to spend twice as long on his math homework. Sometime he gets the numbers mixed up, and he can't remember the formulas. He has to study and practice a lot to get good grades in math.
Johnny has to spend twice as long on his math homework. Sometime he gets the numbers mixed up, and he can't remember the formulas. He has to study and practice a lot to get good grades in math.
a)
Johnny has a difficult time in school.
b)
Math is Johnny's most difficult class.
c)
Reading is Johnny's favorite subject.
d)
Math is the worst subject ever.
17.
Select the best topic sentence for the paragraph.
When the teacher walks in, we are always ready for class. We don't talk when the teacher is talking, and are always respectful. No one ever gets in trouble.
When the teacher walks in, we are always ready for class. We don't talk when the teacher is talking, and are always respectful. No one ever gets in trouble.
a)
School is awesome.
b)
Our teacher likes our class the most.
c)
The other class is way worse than our class.
d)
Our class is always well behaved.
18.
Select the best topic sentence for the paragraph.
Most people already know they should eat fruits and vegetables to stay healthy. It is also important to get exercise. It is equally important to get enough sleep at night.
Most people already know they should eat fruits and vegetables to stay healthy. It is also important to get exercise. It is equally important to get enough sleep at night.
a)
Being healthy requires a lot of work.
b)
There are many things you should do to stay healthy.
c)
Eating right is the best way to stay healthy.
d)
It is good to be healthy.
19.
Select the best topic sentence for the paragraph.
Reading helps people do well in school and their jobs. It is also a way to learn new things about our interests. Some people read to escape to different worlds.
Reading helps people do well in school and their jobs. It is also a way to learn new things about our interests. Some people read to escape to different worlds.
a)
There are many good things that can come from reading.
b)
Some people like to read.
c)
Reading is only good if you want to do well in school.
d)
It is good to read a lot.
20.
What are the keywords or important words in this question?
What different kinds of damage can a tornado cause?
What different kinds of damage can a tornado cause?
a)
what
b)
tornado
c)
can
d)
a
21.
What are the keywords or important words in this question?
Describe how a tornado formed?
Describe how a tornado formed?
a)
formed
b)
is
c)
how
22.
What are the keywords or important words in this question?
Describe how a tornado formed?
Describe how a tornado formed?
a)
formed
b)
is
c)
how
23.
What are the keywords or important words in this question?
What are the main differences between a tornado and a hurricane?
What are the main differences between a tornado and a hurricane?
a)
are
b)
and
c)
differences
d)
the
24.
What are the keywords or important words in this question?
How can a tornado affect people when it enters their town?
How can a tornado affect people when it enters their town?
a)
can
b)
affect
c)
their
d)
it
25.
What are the keywords or important words in this question?
Where do tornadoes most often happen?
Where do tornadoes most often happen?
a)
happen
b)
do
c)
where
26.
What is a keyword?
a)
A word that opens a door
b)
An important word in a question
c)
A word that makes me feel good.
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