Parts of a Paragraph - Exam Review

A topic sentence describes a main topic and has a controlling idea that specifies what the author will discuss.

Mark the characteristics of the topic sentence (3 answers)

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.

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!

Choose TWO supporting sentences for this topic sentence: Young children should not be allowed to cross Fort Avenue by themselves.

Select the supporting detail that doesn't fit.

Topic Sentence: My cat is afraid of everything.

Select the irreleavant supporting sentence.

Topic Sentence: People find clowns scary for a variety of reasons.

Mark the options that best describe the supporting sentences of a paragraph

The concluding sentence should be filled with new information

What is true about the concluding sentence? (2 answers)

Choose the best concluding sentence for a paragraph with this topic sentence:

Choosing a car can be tricky unless a person follows helpful guidelines.

Which is the best concluding sentence for a paragraph about the sun?

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.

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. ___________________________________________

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.

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.