WorksheetsThe Paragraph Paragraph (Reading and Writing) 2023
Total questions: 60
Worksheet time: 2hrs 0mins
All sentences in the paragraph work together to support the details.
True
False
Everything in the paragraph must point to the topic sentence.
True
False
The supporting details provide the framework for the paragraph.
True
False
The topic sentence is the first sentence in the paragraph.
True
False
Every sentence in the paragraph should support the main idea that is stated in the topic sentence.
True
False
The topic sentence is usually found in one of the supporting details.
True
False
There can be two topics in one paragraph.
True
False
The paragraph is easier to understand if the information is arranged in some sort of identifiable order.
True
False
There should be a smooth transitions between the sentences in a paragraph.
True
False
What is the main idea of the paragraph?
cinema audiences
being polite in the cinemas
What is the main idea of the paragraph?
boring films
the convenience of staying at home
What is the main idea of the paragraph?
the length of TV series
an alternative to watching films
Based on the paragraphs discussed in this practice, where can you find the main idea of the paragraph?
at the beginning of the paragraph
in the middle of the paragraph
at the end of the paragraph
Based on the paragraphs discussed in this practice, does the writer sometimes use examples?
yes
no
How does the writer get the reader's attention in this paragraph?
with an interesting quote
with a provocative statement
with a question to the reader
with an interesting story
In this paragraph, does the writer introduce new ideas?
yes
no
I enjoys films. ... , I think I prefer TV series.
Although
Despite
However
In spite of
While
We can use ... at the beginning of a sentence. It contrast with an idea in the previous sentence.
although
despite
however
in spite of
while
What is the correct structure of paragraph?
1 topic sentence -> 2 or 3 supporting sentences
1 supporting sentence -> 2 or 3 topic sentences
1 topic sentence -> language techniques
1 topic sentence -> point of view
According to the paragraph "Read the label", What is the purpose of the topic sentence?
giving advice
introduce the main idea
anticipate an argument
bring in an expert
"Turn the pack around and get into the habit of reading the nutrition information panel. Dont be misled into thinking you are leading a healthy lifestyle.... omega 3, for example, which is naturally found in fish." What is the purpose of these two sentences after topic sentence?
introduce the main idea
argue in favor of processed food
suggest readers what they should do and illustrate with "omega 3"
bring in an expert
What is the purpose of the fourth sentence "It may be better to enjoy ... without the hidden extras"
introduce the main idea
quote a saying of an expert
anticipate an argument
develop more on advice by giving a more practical suggestions
What is the purpose of the fifth and sixth sentences: "This doesnt mean completely foregoing the convenience of packaged and processed food... We can still pack non-perishable healthy food..."?
anticipate and address the other side of argument, specifically processed food
give advice
suggest that information can not be trusted
introduce another main idea
How is the final sentence created?
tell readers what to do
provide a better alternative
by quoting from an expert
give example of processed food
Why does the writer use "This" at the beginning of fifth sentence?
to encourage readers to have fresh food.
to encourage readers to use packaged food
to contrast fresh food with packaged and processed food
to link fresh food with packaged and processed food
While writing about packaged and processed food, the writer creates a deeper layer of meaning. What is that?
packaged and processed food is better than fresh
fresh is better than packaged and processed food
they can be the same in heath value
It depends on each person to have appropriate kind of food.
How does the writer maintain the point of view during the paragraph?
repeat the terms "packaged" "processed" and food-related words
use negative words
use the phrase "Don't be misled into thinking"
include the example of "omega 3"
When you bake cookies, you first have to make sure you have all the ingredients. Then you have to mix them together. Finally, you have to put them in the oven.
What are supporting sentences in a paragraph?
true and false sentences
sentences about the conclusion
short sentences
details about the topic sentences
A group of sentences with a single idea is a(n)...
topic sentence
paragraph
essay
supporting detail
What is the order of a typical paragraph?
1. Supporting details
2. Topic sentence
3. Supporting details
1. Topic sentence
2. Supporting details
3. Concluding paragraph
1. Concluding sentence
2. Supporting details
3. Topic sentence
1. Topic sentence
2. Concluding sentence
3. Supporting details
What is a topic sentence?
A sentence that tells what the paragraph is about
A sentence that is not relevant to the paragraph
A sentence that repeats what has already been said
A sentence that summarizes the paragraph
What is a concluding sentence?
A sentence that...
...tells what the paragraph is about; helps focus the paragraph
...summarizes the paragraph and/or leaves the reader with a strong impression
...supports or gives more detailed information about the topic sentence
...repeats an idea that has already been said
Before writing the first word of your paragraph, you should...
indent one inch from the left margin
indent one millimeter from the left margin
indent one meter from the margin
indent one inch from the right margin
What is a paragraph?
A set of words that is complete in itself, containing a subject, verb and object.
A unit of grammatical organization which traditionally consists of a subject and predicate.
A group of sentences that are all related to one main topic.
Anna needs a new laptop for her online class. So Anna bought a laptop computer at a store that gave a 500 peso discount. The original price of the laptop was 33,500. The total amount she paid to the cashier was 32,000 including the 500 peso discount. For this reason, she goes home happy with her new laptop. What part of the paragraph is the underlined sentence?
Topic Sentence
Supporting Details
Concluding Sentence
Science is the greatest gift to mankind. Our daily life is very much dependent on science. From morning to night, science plays an important role in our daily life. Science has given us television, radio, mobile phone, computers, laptops and internet. Electrical appliances like fans, lights, washing machines, refrigerators and irons add extra comfort to our life. What part of the paragraph is the underlined sentence?
Topic Sentence
Concluding Sentence
Supporting Details
Jerome admires his father. His father knows how to cook, clean the whole house, repair the pipes and tubes in the sink and continues to work for the family even if he is a crippled man because of a car accident. Despite of his difficulty, he continues to help out and work in order to sustain the needs of the family. For this reason, Jerome admires more his father because he can see the determination and eagerness of his father to work and help out. What part of the paragraph is the underlined sentence?
Supporting Details
Topic Sentence
Concluding Sentence
What is the difference between topic sentence and the supporting details?
Topic sentence expresses the main idea of the paragraph while the supporting details contain facts, statements examples-specifics which guide us to a full understanding of the main idea.
Topic sentence expresses the main idea of the paragraph while supporting details reminds what the topic sentence is about and sums up the main idea.
Topic sentence contains the details that are needed to fully understand the main idea while supporting details is sums up the main idea.
What is the difference between the topic sentence and the concluding sentence?
Topic sentence expresses the main idea of the paragraph while concluding sentence contains details to fully understand the main idea.
Topic sentence expresses the main idea of the paragraph while concluding sentence sums up the main idea.
Topic sentence expresses the details that are needed in order to fully understand the main topic while concluding sentences is the main idea of the paragraph.
What is a paragraph?
A paragraph is a series of sentences that are organized and coherent, and are all related to a single topic.
A paragraph is a series of sentences that are organized and are all related into two sources.
A paragraph is a series of information from two reliable sources with the integration of the author’s personal perspective.
What is the first paragraph called?
conclusion
body paragraph 1
introduction
body paragraph 2
What is the final paragraph called?
introduction
conclusion
body paragraph 1
body paragraph 2
I hate cleaning! I have to do it every week and it's so boring. I have to clean the bathroom, wash the floors and hoover everywhere. I wish we could just pay a cleaner to do it instead.
I will be looking after my neighbours' dog this week. They have gone abroad on holiday and cannot take it with them. I will feed him and take him for walks every day. I'm really looking forward to it.
A _____ expresses the main idea of the paragraph.
Topic sentence
controlling idea
supporting sentences
examples
Usually, a good paragraph contains ____ sentences
4-5
5-7
8-10
3
The boss of every paragraph (no matter which one) is...
the transitional words and phrases
the chunking
the topic sentence
the concluding sentence
What are the three parts of a paragraph?
Topic, Body, Conclusion
Arm
Greetings
Topic sentence is usually the __________ sentence.
Second
Third
First
The conclusion is the ___________ sentence
First
Second
Last
