WorksheetsBody Paragraphs
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 9mins
What does a body paragraph include?
topic sentence, example, and analysis/explanation.
topic sentence, thesis, and summary
topic sentence, example, and summary
The following sentence is:
For a scientist, it is important to take chances when experimenting in order to make new discoveries.
topic sentence
example
hook
The following sentence is:
Michael Jordan took a risk when he chose to join MLB after retiring from the NBA.
topic sentence
example
analysis
The following sentence is:
During his lifetime, Gregor Mendel was not recognized for his scientific work, but he was determined to find the truth about genetics.
topic sentence
example
hook
The following sentence is:
Many musicians have taken risks in their music in order to bring new styles to the world.
topic sentence
hook
analysis
Select the parts of a paragraph.
Topic sentence
Supporting sentences
Concluding sentence
Mark the characteristics of the topic sentence.
It's the first sentence of a paragraph.
It introduces the main idea of the paragraph.
It summarizes what the paragraph is about.
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.
They include supporting facts, details and examples.
They must develop the main topic of the paragraph.
Which two paragraphs are most similar?
What is a topic sentence?
The place where you introduce your quotes
Direct quotation from the text
The sentence that states the subject of your paragraph
What is NOT part of the structure of an effective body paragraph?
Explanation of Evidence
Evidence
Attention-getter
The place where you drive home your insights is _____.
Concluding sentence
Topic Sentence
Evidence
Besides structure, another important component of an effective paragraph is _____.
Accuracy of facts & free from errors of interpretation
Good transitions between ideas
All of the above
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.
They include supporting facts, details and examples.
They must develop the main topic of the paragraph.
Which of these should not be used to develop/support the main idea of a body paragraph?
Personal observations
Facts/Statistics
All of these can be used.
