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Add and Remove Sentences

Total questions: 25

Worksheet time: 25mins

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Class
Date
1.

Bo wants to replace sentence 12 with a better topic sentence. Which of these sentences would be the best replacement for sentence 12?

a)

The water from your roof might contain harmful bacteria, so you should never drink it.

b)

Rain barrels often have screens over the top to let water in but keep insects out.

c)

If you install a rain barrel, you can catch rain and use it in many ways.

d)

The water fro m a rain barrel can be used to moisten clay for art project.

2.

Which sentence should be removed from this selection?

a)

sentence 6

b)

sentence 7

c)

sentence 13

d)

sentence 14

3.

Which sentence can be removed without affecting the overall meaning of the paragraph?

a)

The cat sat on the mat.

b)

The sun rises in the east.

c)

The dog barked loudly.

d)

The leaves were green.

4.

Identify the sentence that should be added to improve the coherence of the paragraph.

a)

The sky is blue.

b)

Furthermore, the evidence supports the claim.

c)

The dog is barking.

d)

The sun sets in the west.

5.

Choose the sentence that does not belong in the following list: 'The apple is red. The banana is yellow. The sky is blue. The grass is green.'

a)

The apple is red.

b)

The banana is yellow.

c)

The sky is blue.

d)

The grass is green.

6.

Which sentence should be removed to maintain the focus of the paragraph on environmental issues?

a)

Pollution is a major concern.

b)

Recycling can help reduce waste.

c)

The cat is sleeping on the couch.

d)

Deforestation affects wildlife.

7.

Select the sentence that should be added to provide a concluding thought to the paragraph.

a)

In conclusion, these factors contribute to climate change.

b)

The dog chased the ball.

c)

The sun is shining brightly.

d)

The car is parked outside.

8.

Which sentence can be removed to eliminate redundancy?

a)

The car is fast and speedy.

b)

The train is on time.

c)

The plane is flying high.

d)

The boat is sailing smoothly.

9.

Identify the sentence that should be added to introduce the main idea of the paragraph.

a)

The main cause of pollution is industrial waste.

b)

The cat is purring.

c)

The sun is setting.

d)

The dog is barking.

10.

Choose the sentence that should be removed to improve the clarity of the paragraph.

a)

The flowers are blooming.

b)

The sun is shining.

c)

The dog is barking.

d)

The sky is blue.

11.

Which sentence should be added to provide an example in the paragraph?

a)

For instance, recycling can reduce waste.

b)

The cat is sleeping.

c)

The sun is bright.

d)

The car is red.

12.

Select the sentence that does not fit in the context of a discussion about healthy eating.

a)

Fruits and vegetables are nutritious.

b)

Exercise is important for health.

c)

Junk food is high in calories.

d)

The sky is blue.

13.

Identify the sentence that should be removed to maintain the paragraph's focus on technology.

a)

Computers have revolutionized communication.

b)

Smartphones are widely used.

c)

The dog is barking loudly.

d)

The internet provides vast information.

14.

Which sentence should be added to provide a historical perspective in the paragraph?

a)

Historically, the industrial revolution changed society.

b)

The cat is sleeping.

c)

The sun is shining.

d)

The car is parked.

15.

Choose the sentence that should be removed to avoid off-topic information in a paragraph about education.

a)

Education is vital for personal growth.

b)

The sun is shining brightly.

c)

Schools provide structured learning.

d)

Teachers play a crucial role.

16.

Select the sentence that should be added to support the argument in the paragraph.

a)

Research shows that exercise improves health.

b)

The cat is purring.

c)

The sun is setting.

d)

The car is fast.

17.

Which sentence can be removed to streamline the narrative in a story about a journey?

a)

The travelers packed their bags.

b)

The sun is shining brightly.

c)

They set off early in the morning.

d)

The road was long and winding.

18.

Identify the sentence that should be added to clarify the paragraph's main point.

a)

The main point is that exercise benefits health.

b)

The cat is sleeping.

c)

The sun is setting.

d)

The car is parked.

19.

Choose the sentence that does not belong in a paragraph about climate change.

a)

Climate change affects weather patterns.

b)

The sun is shining brightly.

c)

Greenhouse gases contribute to global warming.

d)

Rising sea levels are a concern.

20.

Which sentence should be added to provide a counterargument in the paragraph?

a)

However, some argue that technology can be distracting.

b)

The cat is purring.

c)

The sun is setting.

d)

The car is fast.

21.

Select the sentence that should be removed to maintain the paragraph's focus on health benefits of fruits.

a)

Fruits are rich in vitamins.

b)

The sun is shining brightly.

c)

Eating fruits can boost immunity.

d)

Fruits are low in calories.

22.

Identify the sentence that should be added to enhance the narrative in a story about friendship.

a)

Their bond grew stronger with each adventure.

b)

The cat is sleeping.

c)

The sun is setting.

d)

The car is parked.

23.

Which sentence can be removed to eliminate unnecessary details in a paragraph about a scientific discovery?

a)

The discovery was groundbreaking.

b)

The sun is shining brightly.

c)

It opened new avenues for research.

d)

Scientists were excited about the findings.

24.

Choose the sentence that should be added to provide a solution in the paragraph.

a)

Implementing recycling programs can reduce waste.

b)

The cat is purring.

c)

The sun is setting.

d)

The car is fast.

25.

Select the sentence that does not fit in a paragraph about the benefits of reading.

a)

Reading expands vocabulary.

b)

The sun is shining brightly.

c)

Books can improve focus.

d)

Reading enhances imagination.