Paragraph Writing
English Language
Paragraph Writing starts at 2 and continues till grade 12.
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Read the following paragraph:
"Many people enjoy traveling to new places. Traveling allows people to experience different cultures and try new foods. It can also be relaxing and fun. For these reasons, traveling is a popular activity."
What is the topic sentence of this paragraph?
What does it mean for a paragraph to have 'unity'?
What is a descriptive paragraph?
What is a paragraph in English writing?
What is a supporting detail?
What is meant by 'coherence' in paragraph writing?
What is the difference between a narrative paragraph and a descriptive paragraph?
Read the following paragraph:
"Many people enjoy traveling to new places. Traveling allows people to experience different cultures and try new foods. It can also be relaxing and fun. For these reasons, traveling is a popular activity."
What is the topic sentence of this paragraph?
Which of the following best describes the function of a topic sentence in a paragraph?
(1) It introduces the main idea of the paragraph.
(2) It provides a summary of the entire essay.
(3) It gives a concluding thought.
(4) It lists all the supporting details.
Which of the following is an example of a concluding sentence?
(1) In conclusion, exercise is essential for a healthy life.
(2) Exercise includes running and swimming.
(3) Many people exercise daily.
(4) Exercise is important.
Which of the following is an example of a process paragraph?
(1) To make a sandwich, first gather your ingredients. Next, spread butter on the bread. Then, add cheese and ham. Finally, put the sandwich together and enjoy.
(2) My favorite food is pizza.
(3) Pizza is delicious and cheesy.
(4) I like to eat pizza with my friends.
Which of the following is an example of a topic sentence?
(1) There are many reasons why recycling is important.
(2) Recycling is done in many countries.
(3) People recycle paper and plastic.
(4) Recycling can be difficult.
A good paragraph should have ________ and unity.
Fill in the blank: A paragraph that compares two things is called a ________ paragraph.
Fill in the blank: A paragraph that describes the steps in a process is organized in ________ order.
Fill in the blank: A paragraph that describes where things are located uses ________ order.
True or False: A paragraph can be made up of only one sentence.
True or False: A paragraph can have more than one main idea.
True or False: A paragraph can include dialogue if it is relevant to the main idea.
True or False: A paragraph should always begin with an indented line.
