This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > English Grammar > Grammar > Academic Writing > Concluding Sentences – Quiz 4 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Concluding Sentences Quiz 4 (39 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. A topic sentence guides or controls the paragraph. A) Never. B) Sometimes. C) False. D) True. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) True. 2. Skiing on the mountain is great exercise. It takes great leg strength to keep the proper position. Also, skiers must use strength to keep the skis straight and forward. Furthermore, turning and weaving uses many muscles in the legs and back. A) Skiing is difficult. B) I love to ski. C) If you want good exercise, try skiing. D) Skiing is dangerous. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) If you want good exercise, try skiing. 3. In what ways can a concluding sentence summarize the main points discussed in a paragraph? A) By omitting key ideas and focusing on minor details. B) By restating the key ideas in a concise manner without introducing new information. C) By contradicting the main points presented. D) By introducing new information not previously discussed. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) By restating the key ideas in a concise manner without introducing new information. 4. Which conclusion best matches this topic sentence? In the summer, there is a lot to do in California. A) Obviously, there are lots of things to do in the winter as well. B) California is a wonderful place to spend your summer. C) To sum it up, I like to play baseball, soccer, and maybe football. D) I always look forward to these things when summer comes. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) California is a wonderful place to spend your summer. 5. Which two are clue words for concluding sentences? A) To sum up, all in all. B) Firstly, then. C) Next, However. D) Unfortunately, Now,. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) To sum up, all in all. 6. Which sentence in a paragraph summarizes or wraps up the main idea? A) The ending statement. B) The final sentence. C) The summarizing sentence. D) The concluding sentence. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) The concluding sentence. 7. What is the order of a typical paragraph? A) 1. Concluding sentence2. Supporting details3. Topic sentence. B) 1. Topic sentence2. Supporting details3. Concluding paragraph. C) 1. Supporting details 2. Topic sentence3. Supporting details. D) 1. Topic sentence2. Concluding sentence3. Supporting details. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) 1. Topic sentence2. Supporting details3. Concluding paragraph. 8. ..... develops ONE main idea through a series of related sentences. A) A paragraph. B) A clause. C) A sentence. D) A phrase. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) A paragraph. 9. There are 3 purposes of the concluding sentence. A) False. B) True. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) False. 10. What is the purpose of topic sentences? A) To make a paragraph look fancy. B) To let the reader know what the paragraph is about. C) To make the paragraph look longer. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To let the reader know what the paragraph is about. 11. Which type of concluding sentence suggests future outcomes? A) Predictive. B) Opinion-based. C) Summary/restatement. D) Question-based. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Predictive. 12. Wrap up or close the paragraph. A) DO THIS. B) DON'T DO THIS. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) DO THIS. 13. What is the purpose of a concluding sentence? A) To summarize the main points and provide closure to the reader. B) To engage the reader with a rhetorical question. C) To provide evidence and examples. D) To introduce new ideas and concepts. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) To summarize the main points and provide closure to the reader. 14. Why is it essential for a concluding sentence to provide closure to the paragraph? A) A concluding sentence is essential to provide closure and summarize the main points of the paragraph. B) A concluding sentence can confuse readers by introducing unrelated information. C) A concluding sentence should introduce new ideas instead of summarizing previous points. D) A concluding sentence is unnecessary and adds unnecessary length to the paragraph. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) A concluding sentence is essential to provide closure and summarize the main points of the paragraph. 15. Identify the concluding sentence for this paragraph: ..... The new park has a variety of amenities, including a playground, a dog park, and picnic areas. It has quickly become a favorite spot for families and pet owners. A) The park is open 24 hours. B) The park needs more benches. C) The park is too crowded. D) The park is a great addition to the community. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) The park is a great addition to the community. 16. What is the main idea of the following paragraph? ..... The smartphone has revolutionized the way we communicate. It allows us to stay connected with friends and family, access information instantly, and entertain ourselves with various apps. A) Smartphones are expensive. B) Smartphones have changed communication. C) Smartphones are only for entertainment. D) Smartphones are difficult to use. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Smartphones have changed communication. 17. Topic:The Great Wall of China is one of the most famous landmarks in the world. Concluding sentence: ..... A) The Great Wall of China is a symbol of ancient engineering and defense. B) The Great Wall of China is a symbol of ancient art and culture. C) The Great Wall of China is a symbol of modern technology and innovation. D) The Great Wall of China is a symbol of recent construction and development. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) The Great Wall of China is a symbol of ancient engineering and defense. 18. Start the cloncluding sentence with: "This is why ..... ", "This is what I learned ..... ", "And you know now, ..... " A) DO THIS. B) DON'T DO THIS. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) DON'T DO THIS. 19. Discuss the role of a topic sentence in guiding the reader through the main idea of the paragraph. A) The topic sentence is only used for decoration in a paragraph. B) The topic sentence is irrelevant in guiding the reader. C) The role of a topic sentence is to guide the reader through the main idea of the paragraph. D) A topic sentence confuses the reader about the main idea. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) The role of a topic sentence is to guide the reader through the main idea of the paragraph. 20. Select the best topic sentence for the 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. A) Baking cookies is really easy to do. B) My grandma has the best cookies recipe. C) There are a few steps you must follow when making cookies. D) Cookies are easier to make than cake. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) There are a few steps you must follow when making cookies. 21. A career is often for life ..... , it is important you choose one that suits your interests. A) In the end. B) So. C) However. D) Therefore. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Therefore. 22. The best season is summer. The weather is usually warm and sunny. We get two months off from school and don't have to worry about tests and projects. We can do all kinds of summer activities, like swimming, camping, and boating. A) Some people try to do summer activities, like camping, in the winter too. B) Summer is the best time of the year. C) The summer is too hot for me. D) What makes summer best is no school. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Summer is the best time of the year. 23. A topic sentence should be very specific with many details. A) False. B) If the teacher says so. C) True. D) Only on weekends. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) False. 24. True or False:Using transitional words in concluding sentences can help create a smooth flow between paragraphs. A) False. B) Transitional words are unnecessary in concluding sentences. C) Using transitional words in concluding sentences can create a choppy flow between paragraphs. D) True. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) True. 25. What is the best topic sentence for a paragraph about the benefits of learning a second language? A) Learning a second language can be challenging but rewarding. B) Many people learn a second language for travel purposes. C) Learning a second language opens up new cultural and professional opportunities. D) I started learning Spanish last year. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Learning a second language opens up new cultural and professional opportunities. 26. Which type of concluding sentence connects back to the main idea with an expert opinion? A) Question-based. B) Summary/restatement. C) Predictive. D) Opinion-based. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Opinion-based. 27. Identify the sentence that is most likely a topic sentence. A) The cat slept on the mat. B) Cats are known for their independence and curiosity. C) The mat was blue and fluffy. D) Sleeping is a common behavior for cats. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Cats are known for their independence and curiosity. 28. They can't really play with you. You don't even know if they like you. They are pretty boring to have around.Which sentence would make a good topic sentence. A) My aunt has two brothers. B) Teachers are the worst. C) Goldfish are bad pets. D) My XBox is the bomb!. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Goldfish are bad pets. 29. Choose the best concluding sentence for a paragraph with this topic sentence:Choosing a car can be difficult unless you follow these guidelines. A) Choosing a car is a lot like choosing a horse. B) It depends on the features that you feel are most important. C) Following these guidelines can lead you to a satisfying purchase. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Following these guidelines can lead you to a satisfying purchase. 30. Restate the topic sentence using a different kind of sentence, but keeping the main idea. A) DO THIS. B) DON'T DO THIS. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) DO THIS. 31. How can you identify a topic sentence in a paragraph? A) The topic sentence is always in the middle of a paragraph. B) The topic sentence is not necessary in a paragraph. C) The topic sentence is usually the first sentence of a paragraph. D) The topic sentence is usually the last sentence of a paragraph. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) The topic sentence is usually the first sentence of a paragraph. 32. Which sentence provides a summary and a transition in an essay? A) Concluding Sentence. B) Concrete Evidence. C) Commentary. D) Topic Sentence. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Concluding Sentence. 33. What do you call the last sentence in a paragraph that summarizes your ideas? A) Supporting detail sentence. B) Transition sentence. C) Closing sentence. D) Topic sentence. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Closing sentence. 34. Which of the following sentences is NOT a good concluding sentence? A) The sentence that reinforces the thesis statement. B) The sentence that summarizes the main points. C) The sentence that introduces new ideas. D) The sentence that provides a final thought or reflection. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) The sentence that introduces new ideas. 35. Which sentence would be the best concluding sentence for a paragraph about the benefits of reading? A) Reading is a popular hobby. B) Many people read books. C) Reading can improve vocabulary and comprehension skills. D) Some books are long. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Reading can improve vocabulary and comprehension skills. 36. Include a new topic. A) DO THIS. B) DON'T DO THIS. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) DON'T DO THIS. 37. In the summer, there's lots to do in California. A) California is a wonderful place to spend the summer. B) Obviously, there are lots of things to do in the winter as well. C) To sum it up, I like to play baseball, soccer, and maybe football. D) I always look forward to these things when summer comes. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) California is a wonderful place to spend the summer. 38. Topic sentences should ..... A) Be packed with details. B) Tell what the paragraph is about. C) Summarize what you just read. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Tell what the paragraph is about. 39. ..... needing a lot of looking after, pets can also be expensive to keep. A) Because. B) In spite of. C) In addition to. D) Due to. 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