Worksheets[REVIEW] ESSAY STRUCTURE (Th.S / T.S / S.S)
Total questions: 50
Worksheet time: 2hrs 40mins
The thesis statement should include your opinion on the points you are analyzing.
True
False
The thesis statement should express a main idea of the essay that links to supporting points.
True
False
What is a thesis statement?
A general idea of what the essay is about.
A summary of the main idea.
A statement that explains the main idea of an essay.
A suggestion that you should read the essay.
Where should a thesis statement appear?
First paragraph
Anywhere in the essay
Last paragraph
The first sentence of every paragraph
A thesis statement states an attitude or opinion on a topic. It does not just state the topic itself. A thesis should be an opinion and not a fact.
Which of these is a thesis statement?
Michaelangelo's artwork is powerful because of its strong spiritual undertones.
Michaelangelo's artwork is famous and is admired by many.
Michaelangelo was a great artist in Rome during the 1500's.
Which supporting detail sentence that best supports this topic sentence?
It takes a lot of hard work to become a professional athlete.
The pros live the good life.
People like professional football players make a lot of money.
Professional athletes spend countless hours practicing their sports.
All of us can be professional athletes.
Select the best topic sentence for the following paragraph:
When you bake cookies, you must first ensure you have all the ingredients. Then you have to mix them. Finally, you have to put them in the oven.
Baking cookies is really easy to do.
My grandma has the best cookies recipe.
There are a few steps you must follow when making cookies.
Cookies are easier to make than cake.
Select the supporting detail that does not fit.
Topic Sentence: Doing your homework has many benefits.
Doing your homework helps you remember the material better.
Those who complete their homework often do better on the test.
When you have done your homework, it makes it easier to participate in class.
Homework takes up your precious after school time.
What is a topic sentence?
A sentence that expresses the main idea of the whole paragraph.
A sentence that expresses the main idea of the whole essay.
What shows the main purpose of an essay?
body
thesis statement
topic statement
supporting detail
Each body paragraph starts with ...
hook
thesis statement
topic sentence
supporting sentence
The topic sentence provides the reader with ...
the main idea of the introduction
the main idea of the hook
the main idea of the conclusion
the main idea of the paragraph
Supporting sentences are directly related to the ...
body paragraph
thesis
topic sentence
conclusion
Where do you put the restatement of the thesis?
introduction
topic sentence
before the thesis
conclusion
Each body paragraph should starts with ...
anecdote
hook
thesis statement
topic sentence
supporting sentence
The topic sentence provides the reader with
the main idea of the introdution
the main idea of the hook
the main idea of the conclusion
the main idea of the paragraph
the main idea of the essay
Supporting sentences are directly related to the
body paragraph
thesis
topic sentence
conclusion
hook
Prompt: "Write an essay explaining why it is important to keep your promises."
Which of the following is the best thesis statement for this prompt?
It is important to keep the promises you make because keeping promises builds trust, encourages people to be responsible, and ensures healthy relationships.
It is important to keep promises you makes because keeping promises helps build trust like in the novel, "Ghost" where a young boy builds trust by returning shoes he stole.
It is important to keep the promises you make because you never know when you will need them, you never know how much help they will give you, and you get to be a better person.
It is important to keep the promises you make because it helps a lot.
Which is the best way to write a thesis statement about increasing recycling programs?
Cities should increase recycling programs.
I think recycling is good for the community and environment.
Cities should increase recycling programs to help people save money, protect the environment, and save energy.
Thesis statement about pet ownership:
Pet ownership is a large responsibility.
Pet ownership is a large responsibility because it's expensive and pets cannot care for themselves.
I think owning a pet is a large responsibility because it's expensive and pets cannot care for themselves.
What is a hook?
The last sentence of your introduction paragraph that grabs the reader's attention.
The first sentence of your introduction paragraph that loses the reader's attention.
The first sentence of your introduction paragraph that grabs the reader's attention
The first sentence of your conclusion paragraph that grabs the reader's attention.
Which topic sentence DOES NOT belong with the thesis below?
The best kind of pet is a cat because they are friendly, low maintenance, and have great personalities.
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.
Select the parts of a paragraph (3 answers)
Title
Topic sentence
Supporting sentences
Main topic
Concluding sentence
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,"
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
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"
Which of the following sequences makes a good paragraph?
I-II-IV-III-V
I-II-III-IV-V
III-I-II-IV-V
I-II-III-V-IV
What is the BEST topic sentence in the following paragraph?
___________________________________. I learned how to paddle in a canoe. It was fun! We stayed in cabins with other kids my age. They were so funny. My favorite parts were the campfires at night and singing songs. I can’t wait to go back again next year.
I can't wait to go back again next year.
Camping was fun!
They were so funny.
Going to camp was the best part of my summer.
What is the BEST topic sentence in the following paragraph?
______________________________. Recycling saves trees from being cut down, which is important because we need trees for oxygen. It also produces less trash, which helps prevent landfills from being overfilled. Recycling will also prevent pollution. Maybe people won’t get as sick with less pollution. Don’t forget to recycle and save the earth!
I like recycling all day long with my friends.
Recycling is good, but it is hard to do.
Recycling is very important for our well-being.
Which sentence is most likely the topic sentence of the paragraph?
Growing a garden can be fun, providing fresh fruits and vegetables for the gardener. It is fascinating to see the seeds pop their heads above the soil for the first time. It is sometimes hard to believe that a bit of seed can become a large vine or plant in just a few weeks. Planting the seeds and pulling weeds are good exercises for anyone. Then, after watching the plant grow and produce, the gardener ends up with delicious tomatoes, beans, or other yummy produce from the garden.
Growing a garden can be fun, providing fresh fruits and vegetables for the gardener.
It is fascinating to see the seeds pop their heads above the soil for the first time.
It is sometimes hard to believe that a bit of seed can become a large vine or plant in just a few weeks.
Planting the seeds and pulling weeds are good exercises for anyone.
Then, after watching the plant grow and produce, the gardener ends up with delicious tomatoes, beans, or other yummy produce from the garden.
Choose the best topic sentence for each paragraph.
_______________________________. I usually go skiing every weekend in the winter, even though it is expensive. I love the feeling of flying down a mountain. The views are beautiful from the top of a mountain and along the trails. Even the danger of falling and getting hurt can’t keep me from the slopes on a winter day.
Reason why I do not like skiing.
Skiing is my favorite winter sport.
Skiing is dangerous and potentially deadly.
There are incredible views on the skiing trail.
Select the supporting detail that does not fit.
Topic Sentence: My cat is afraid of everything.
Select the supporting detail that does not fit.
Topic Sentence: Reading class is really interesting.
It is my least favorite class.
Select the supporting detail that does not fit.
Topic Sentence: Candy is not a healthy treat.
Select the supporting detail that does not fit.
Topic Sentence: There are many reasons people find clowns scary.
Clowns makes balloon animals.
Select the supporting detail that does not fit.
Topic Sentence: Doing your homework has many benefits.
Doing your homework helps you remember the material better.
Those who complete their homework often do better on the test.
When you have done your homework, it makes it easier to participate in class.
Homework takes up your precious time after school time.
Select the supporting detail that does not fit.
Topic Sentence: Elephants are very intelligent animals.
Select the supporting detail that does not fit.
Topic Sentence: Schools should eliminate summer vacation.
Select the BEST topic sentence for the following paragraph:
Johnny spends twice as long on his math homework. Sometimes, he gets the numbers mixed up and can't remember the formulas. He has to study and practice a lot to get good grades in math.
Select the BEST topic sentence for the following paragraph:
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.
Select the BEST topic sentence for the following paragraph:
Celebrities have to look almost perfect all the time. They also sacrifice their private lives. Finally, they are in danger of having crazy fans.
Select the BEST topic sentence for the following 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.
Select the BEST topic sentence for the following 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.
There are many good things that come from reading.
Select the BEST topic sentence for the following 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.
Which supporting detail BEST supports this topic sentence?
Dora the Explorer is an educational show for kids.
Which supporting detail BEST supports this topic sentence?
It takes a lot of hard work to become a professional athlete.
