Paragraph Writing
English Language
Paragraph Writing starts at 2 and continues till grade 12.
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Explain the difference between a topic sentence and a supporting sentence.
List two transition words that can be used to show sequence in a paragraph.
Read the following paragraph:
"My favorite season is winter. The air is crisp and cool, and I love watching the snow fall. I also enjoy drinking hot chocolate by the fire. Winter is a wonderful time of year."
What is the topic sentence of this paragraph?
What does it mean to 'develop' a paragraph?
What is a paragraph?
What is an expository paragraph?
What is the difference between a paragraph and an essay?
Read the following paragraph:
"My favorite season is winter. The air is crisp and cool, and I love watching the snow fall. I also enjoy drinking hot chocolate by the fire. Winter is a wonderful time of year."
What is the topic sentence of this paragraph?
Which of the following best describes a descriptive paragraph?
(1) It tells a story.
(2) It explains how to do something.
(3) It gives details about how something looks, feels, or sounds.
(4) It argues a point.
Which of the following is a good concluding sentence for a paragraph about recycling?
(1) Recycling is important for the environment.
(2) I like to recycle.
(3) Therefore, everyone should try to recycle to help protect our planet.
(4) Recycling is fun.
Which of the following is an example of a concluding sentence?
(1) In conclusion, recycling helps protect the environment.
(2) Recycling is important.
(3) I recycle every day.
(4) Some people do not recycle.
Which of the following is an example of a narrative paragraph?
(1) The sun is a star at the center of our solar system.
(2) First, I woke up early. Then, I had breakfast. Finally, I went to school.
(3) Apples are red, green, or yellow.
(4) Water boils at 100°C.
Fill in the blank: A __________ sentence sums up the main idea or provides a final thought in a paragraph.
Fill in the blank: A paragraph should have at least __________ sentences to fully develop an idea.
Fill in the blank: A paragraph that describes the steps in a process is called a __________ paragraph.
Fill in the blank: A paragraph that explains the similarities and differences between two things is called a __________ paragraph.
True or False: A paragraph can be only one sentence long.
True or False: A paragraph can have more than one concluding sentence.
True or False: A paragraph can include dialogue if it helps support the main idea.
True or False: A paragraph should always start with a topic sentence.
