This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > English Grammar > Grammar > Academic Writing > Supporting Sentences – Quiz 5 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Supporting Sentences Quiz 5 (30 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. The police should do more to protect citizens from identity theft A) Opinion. B) Fact that needs proof. C) Specific supporting detail. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Opinion. 2. Which supporting detail best supports this topic sentence?Elle Woods taught us that you can do anything you put your mind to. A) She got into law school and became a lawyer even though no one believed in her. B) Her best friend works at a salon, so she always looks good. C) Elle really likes to socialize and have fun. D) Out of all of the things, Elle loves her dog, Bruiser, the most. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) She got into law school and became a lawyer even though no one believed in her. 3. What is a supporting detail sentence? A) Reasons, examples, and other details that support the main point of the paragraph. B) A way to conclude the paragraph so the reader knows what the paragraph was about. C) Signal words that help organize a paragraph, using time order or listing order. D) A series of paragraphs about one main idea, or point. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Reasons, examples, and other details that support the main point of the paragraph. 4. Topic Sentence:Travelling teaches people about different cultures. Which is the most suitable supporting sentence? A) People often take photos when they travel. B) Travelling can be expensive. C) By visiting new places, people can learn local customs and traditions. D) My family enjoys going on holiday every summer. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) By visiting new places, people can learn local customs and traditions. 5. Punishment for identity thieves is not severe enough. A) Opinion. B) Fact that needs proof. C) Specific supporting detail. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Opinion. 6. Choose the sentence that best supports the topic sentence:'Reading regularly improves vocabulary.' A) Reading is a popular hobby worldwide. B) Many people enjoy reading fiction. C) Regular reading exposes individuals to new words and phrases. D) Reading can be done in various formats, such as books and e-books. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Regular reading exposes individuals to new words and phrases. 7. Why is the option, "For example, a person might start learning how to cook instead of watching cooking videos, " an inappropriate choice for a concluding sentence? A) It is a fact or detail of support, not a general statement. B) It is a restatement of the topic sentence. C) It contains a signal word that requires a comma. D) It uses a personal opinion that should be avoided. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) It is a fact or detail of support, not a general statement. 8. Where is the topic sentence in a descriptive paragraph? A) The 1st sentence. B) The last sentence. C) The middle sentences. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) The 1st sentence. 9. Select the supporting detail that doesn't fit.Topic Sentence:There are many reasons people find clowns scary. A) Their face paint hides their true identity. B) People often think of the creepy clowns they've seen on movies such as "It.". C) There have been some bad clowns in the news lately. D) They make fun balloon animal. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) They make fun balloon animal. 10. Exercise 4:Choose the best supporting sentence. My brother is learning how to cook. Which of the following is the best supporting sentence? A) A. He watches cooking tutorials and tries new recipes every weekend. B) B. I went to the zoo last Saturday. C) C. My favorite movie is a comedy. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) A. He watches cooking tutorials and tries new recipes every weekend. 11. Topic, Supporting, and Concluding Sentences are my parts. A) Text. B) Thesis Statement. C) Paragraph. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Paragraph. 12. Exercise 1:Choose the best supporting sentence.I had a wonderful time at the beach last weekend.Which of the following is the best supporting sentence? A) A. The beach was crowded with people enjoying the sun and waves. B) B. I like pizza with extra cheese. C) C. My favorite color is blue. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) A. The beach was crowded with people enjoying the sun and waves. 13. In a well-organized paragraph, supporting sentences should be: A) Random. B) Confusing. C) Logical and connected. D) Repetitive. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Logical and connected. 14. ..... paragraph should have a topic sentence. A) Every. B) No. C) Only one. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Every. 15. Teens and young adults who enrolled in treatment programs for vaping said they were driven to quit because of health, cost and a desire to escape addiction. A) Description. B) Example. C) Reason. D) Statistic. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Reason. 16. Identify the topic sentence in the following paragraph:'The sun sets in the west, casting a golden hue over the landscape. This beautiful sight attracts many photographers.' A) The landscape is filled with vibrant colors. B) Photographers often capture the sunset. C) The sun sets in the west, casting a golden hue over the landscape. D) This beautiful sight attracts many photographers. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) The sun sets in the west, casting a golden hue over the landscape. 17. Which type of sentence is most likely *not* a good supporting sentence? A) A sentence that is completely off-topic. B) A sentence that uses statistics. C) A sentence that gives a relevant example. D) A sentence that tells a personal story. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) A sentence that is completely off-topic. 18. I usually show the main idea to the readers and inform them about the evidence behind it. A) Topic Sentence. B) Supporting Sentences. C) Concluding Sentences. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Supporting Sentences. 19. Meknes, a city in Morocco located between Fez and Rabat, is known for its museums and culture. A) Statistic. B) Reason. C) Description. D) Example. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Description. 20. In 2009, 28 percent of identity theft victims did not notify the police, according to the FTC. A) Opinion. B) Fact that needs proof. C) Specific supporting detail. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Specific supporting detail. 21. What type of supporting sentence is this? "It's the cheapest car I've ever had, " she said. "The running costs are far lower than previous gas-powered vehicles I've owned." A) Supporting sentence of example. B) Supporting sentence of reason. C) Supporting sentence of quotation. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Supporting sentence of quotation. 22. Central idea means ..... A) Main idea and theme (either works). B) Main idea only. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Main idea and theme (either works). 23. Which of the following is the best way to write a topic sentence? A) Write a sentence that states the main idea of the paragraph. B) Write a sentence that is interesting and attention-grabbing. C) Write a sentence that is long and detailed. D) Write a sentence that uses a lot of adjectives and adverbs. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Write a sentence that states the main idea of the paragraph. 24. The topic sentence provide two things: A) Theme (topic)Main Idea/s. B) HeadingParagraphs. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Theme (topic)Main Idea/s. 25. Identity theft happens to ordinary people, not just the wealthy. A) Opinion. B) Fact that needs proof. C) Specific supporting detail. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Fact that needs proof. 26. A paragraph with strong supporting sentences is usually more ..... and clear. A) Interesting. B) Difficult. C) Messy. D) Unrelated. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Interesting. 27. Is the topic sentence below solid or does it need work?There are many health benefits that come from drinking coffee daily. A) Solid. B) Needs work. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Solid. 28. What is the main function of a concluding sentence in a paragraph? A) To restate the topic sentence using different words. B) To start a new idea. C) To give definitions. D) To list supporting ideas. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) To restate the topic sentence using different words. 29. What is the purpose of supporting sentences in a paragraph? A) To provide a list of unrelated facts. B) To summarize the paragraph's conclusion. C) To introduce the main idea of the paragraph. D) The purpose of supporting sentences in a paragraph is to elaborate on and provide evidence for the main idea. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) The purpose of supporting sentences in a paragraph is to elaborate on and provide evidence for the main idea. 30. Which of the following statements is true about the topic sentence of a paragraph? A) The topic sentence is the first sentence of the paragraph. B) The topic sentence states the main idea of the paragraph. C) The topic sentence is supported by the other sentences in the paragraph. D) All of the above. 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