WorksheetsParts of a Paragraph - Exam Review
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 19mins
At the beginning of the paragraph, you should ___________, or leave a space.
start with a capital letter
use punctuation
indent
A topic sentence describes a main topic and has a controlling idea that specifies what the author will discuss.
True
False
Mark the characteristics of the topic sentence (3 answers)
It's the first sentence of a paragraph.
It contains an example.
It introduces the main idea of the paragraph.
It summarizes what the paragraph is about.
You should include "Dear Sir/Madam,"
Which sentence is most likely the topic sentence of the paragraph?
The best trip my family ever took was to New Orleans, Louisiana. We drove there in two days. I didn't think it would be very interesting, but I was wrong. We saw the Mississippi River, rode a horse carriage in the French Quarter, and visited a cemetery where everyone was buried above the ground. I liked the food best, especially the New Orleans doughnuts called beignets.
I didn't think it would be very interesting, but I was wrong.
We drove there in two days.
The best trip my family ever took was to New Orleans, Louisiana.
I liked the food best, especially the New Orleans doughnuts called beignets.
Which sentence is most likely the topic sentence of the paragraph?
Miniature golf is both fun and relaxing. Because of the wide variety of course themes, playing each individual course is like taking a mini-vacation. You can play in exotic locales like jungles or pirate islands. You can travel in time and play in different places in history. Or you can take a leap of the imagination and play under the sea, in space, or in alien worlds. For a very low price, you can take a different vacation every time you play!
Miniature golf is both fun and relaxing.
Because of the wide variety of course themes, playing each individual course is like taking a mini-vacation.
You can play in exotic locales like jungles or pirate islands.
For a very low price, you can take a different vacation every time you play!
Choose TWO supporting sentences for this topic sentence: Young children should not be allowed to cross Fort Avenue by themselves.
There are many good restaurants on that street.
Last year, two children were injured while crossing that street.
There is a school located on Fourth Avenue.
Cars are always speeding down that avenue.
Select the supporting detail that doesn't fit.
Topic Sentence: My cat is afraid of everything.
He hides under the couch when you turn the microwave on.
He sleeps all day long.
He runs away when you sweep the floor.
He jumps every time the doorbell rings.
Select the irreleavant supporting sentence.
Topic Sentence: People find clowns scary for a variety of reasons.
Their face paint hides their true identity.
People often think of the creepy clowns they've seen on movies such as "It."
There have been some bad clowns in the news lately.
Clowns makes fun balloon animals.
Mark the options that best describe the supporting sentences of a paragraph
They come after the topic sentence, making up the body of the paragraph.
One supporting sentence is enough.
They include supporting facts, details and examples.
They must develop the main topic of the paragraph.
They are separated by commas
The concluding sentence should be filled with new information
True
False
What is true about the concluding sentence? (2 answers)
It's the last sentence of a paragraph.
It can introduce a new idea.
It restates the main idea of the paragraph and summarizes it.
You can add an example of what you said here.
A good connector to start it could be "Finally"
Choose the best concluding sentence for a paragraph with this topic sentence:
Choosing a car can be tricky unless a person follows helpful guidelines.
Choosing a car is a lot like choosing a horse.
It depends on the features that you feel are most important.
Following these guidelines can lead to a satisfying purchase.
Which is the best concluding sentence for a paragraph about the sun?
I'm glad you read all about the sun, thank you and have a good night.
The sun has eruptions called solar flares.
The sun certainly is a fascinating part of our solar system.
Choose the correct concluding sentence.
A morning walk is a simple but excellent exercise. It enhances the flow of oxygen in blood and relieves stress. This also helps people wake up and feel better about the day ahead. Another additional benefit is that a morning walk exposes individuals to fresh air which keeps them in touch with nature.
A. Thus, a person can benefit tremendously from a morning walk.
A. In conclusion, a morning walk helps relieve stress.
Choose the correct concluding sentence.
It is important to bring your vehicle to an immediate but safe stop when an emergency vehicle approaches with its lights or siren on. React quickly. Use your signals to alert other drivers of your intent to pull over. This will ensure your own safety as well as the safety of other drivers.
What is an appropriate concluding sentence for this paragraph?
Hosea is a talented basketball player. He knows how to defend well against any opponent. When it comes to offense, he can dribble with both hands and can crossover any defender. His layups and jump shots usually go in. ___________________________________________
Hosea should try another sport.
Hopefully, Hosea could grow much taller.
Hosea could be a star player in any basketball team.
Hosea might not make a basketball team.
How should I rearrange this paragraph to make it stronger?
(1) The term socialization of dogs is used to describe how a dog learns to relate to people and other dogs. (2) This process begins even before the puppy's eyes are open. (3) Once the dog starts biting, it is very difficult to overcome. (4) For most puppies, a mother who interacts well with humans is the best teacher. (5) As a result, most experts today recommend leaving puppies with their mothers until at least 8 to 10 weeks of age.
Switch sentence 1 with 2
Switch sentence 2 and 3
Switch sentence 3 and 4
Switch sentence 4 and 5
How should I rearrange this paragraph to make it stronger?
(1) I never know what to do with my hands when I am giving a talk. (2) For instance, when I am making a speech in history class, I have trouble with my hands. (3) Sometimes I put them behind me. (4) At other times I hide them in my pockets. (5) A good speaker is aware of his body, especially his hands, while they are speaking. (6) Often I put my hands in front of me to keep them from shaking while I am speaking.
Switch sentence 1 and 2
Switch sentence 2 and 3
Switch sentence 4 and 5
Switch sentence 5 and 6
