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TOPIC SENTENCE

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  • Q1
    What is a topic sentence?
    A question that the paragraph answers
    A sentence that summarizes the main idea of a paragraph
    A list of facts about the topic
    The conclusion of the paragraph
    30s
  • Q2
    Where is a topic sentence usually found in a paragraph?
    It can be anywhere
    At the end
    In the middle
    At the beginning
    30s
  • Q3
    What is the purpose of a topic sentence?
    To summarize the entire essay
    To ask a question about the topic
    To inform the reader about the main idea of the paragraph
    To provide examples and details
    30s
  • Q4
    Which of the following sentences could be a topic sentence for a paragraph about dogs?
    Dogs are known for their loyalty and companionship.
    Dogs have a variety of breeds.
    Dogs are often kept as pets.
    Some dogs are trained as service animals.
    30s
  • Q5
    What should a topic sentence be focused on?
    Multiple unrelated topics
    Details and examples
    Personal opinions
    The main idea of the paragraph
    30s
  • Q6
    How can a topic sentence affect the reader's understanding of a paragraph?
    It confuses the reader
    It helps the reader know what to expect in the paragraph
    It makes the paragraph longer
    It adds unnecessary information
    30s
  • Q7
    Which of the following best describes a strong topic sentence?
    It contains too many ideas at once
    It provides a clear and specific idea that can be supported with details
    It is a vague generalization
    It only states a fact without context
    30s
  • Q8
    What makes a strong topic sentence?
    It is the longest sentence in the paragraph.
    It contains multiple ideas and themes.
    It clearly states the main idea and is specific.
    It uses complex vocabulary and jargon.
    30s
  • Q9
    Where is a topic sentence usually found in a paragraph?
    At the beginning of the paragraph
    Nowhere; it doesn't exist
    At the end of the paragraph
    In the middle of the paragraph
    30s
  • Q10
    Which of the following best describes the function of a topic sentence?
    It summarizes the entire essay.
    It introduces the main idea of the paragraph.
    It provides a detailed example.
    It includes a quotation from a source.
    30s
  • Q11
    What is a topic sentence?
    A sentence that summarizes the main idea of a paragraph
    The longest sentence in a paragraph
    A type of concluding sentence
    A sentence that asks a question
    30s
  • Q12
    What is a topic sentence?
    A sentence that introduces a character
    A sentence that states the main idea of a paragraph
    A sentence that gives a conclusion
    A sentence that asks a question
    30s
  • Q13
    What should a topic sentence include?
    An unrelated statement.
    A detailed explanation of facts.
    A series of questions.
    The main idea of the paragraph.
    30s
  • Q14
    Where is a topic sentence usually found in a paragraph?
    At the end of the paragraph.
    At the beginning of the paragraph.
    In the footnotes.
    In the middle of the paragraph.
    30s

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