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 (60 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. There are 4 steps to make sure I serve your arguments. A) Supporting Sentences. B) Expository Text. C) Topic Sentence. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Topic Sentence. 2. Choose the correct concluding sentence. Morning walks are a simple but excellent exercise. It enhances the flow of oxygen in the blood and relieves stress. It helps induce a good sleep night. Another additional benefit is that morning walks expose us to fresh air which keeps us in touch with nature. A) Thus, morning walks do a lot of good to us. B) Morning walk helps relieve stress. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Thus, morning walks do a lot of good to us. 3. Which sentence is a supporting sentence for the topic sentence:'Learning a new language can be challenging but rewarding.' A) Many people travel to different countries. B) Language classes are available online and in-person. C) Some languages have complex grammar rules. D) Learning a new language can improve cognitive skills. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Learning a new language can improve cognitive skills. 4. Sally went shopping after school on Friday and all day Saturday. She bought a lot of new outfits. On Sunday, her mother took her to the outlet mall so she could finish buying clothes for the new school year. She also bought school supplies, so she would be prepared for her classes. What is the main idea? A) Sally bought new clothes. B) Sally shopped all weekend. C) Sally got school supplies. D) Sally's mom shopped on Sunday. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Sally shopped all weekend. 5. Topic Sentence:Learning a new language can be challenging. Which is the most suitable supporting sentence? A) Travelling to different countries can be fun. B) It is important to eat healthy food when studying. C) Students often struggle with grammar rules and pronunciation. D) I enjoy listening to music in the evening. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Students often struggle with grammar rules and pronunciation. 6. I usually go at the very start of a paragraph, but sometimes I can come later. A) Narrative Text. B) Topic Sentence. C) Supporting Sentences. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Topic Sentence. 7. Which sentence expresses an opinion? A) Papel picado is a beautiful and delicate form of paper art. B) In Spanish, papel means "paper, " and picado means "punched.". C) To make papel picado, artists first draw the pattern for the art. D) The artists then use sharp chisels to cut through the layers of tissue paper. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Papel picado is a beautiful and delicate form of paper art. 8. Which is not the supporting sentence?Topic Sentence:I need to look for a new job A) Since we now have another child, my salary really isn't enough for our family. B) This is a tough economy, and I am lucky that I still have a job. C) In addition, this present job is really overloading. D) The commute is very long, and I would like to spend more time with my family. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) This is a tough economy, and I am lucky that I still have a job. 9. Sometimes I introduce several paragraphs at once. A) Supporting Sentences. B) Concluding Sentences. C) Topic Sentence. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Topic Sentence. 10. Another advantage of the internet is that people can practice foreign languages by chatting friends in other countries. A) Topic sentence. B) Supporting sentence. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Supporting sentence. 11. The supporting sentences A) The sentences at the beginning of the paragraph. B) The sentences at the end of the paragraph. C) They come after the topic sentences, making up the body of a paragraph. D) The sentences give the topic of the paragraph. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) They come after the topic sentences, making up the body of a paragraph. 12. Which of the following is a definition used as a supporting sentence? A) For instance, plastic can take hundreds of years to break down. B) This shows how recycling helps the planet. C) That's why recycling is necessary. D) Recycling means reusing materials so they don't become waste. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Recycling means reusing materials so they don't become waste. 13. Topic sentences give readers an idea of what the ..... is going to be about. A) Paragraph. B) Title. C) Book. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Paragraph. 14. Where is the supporting sentences 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: C) The middle sentences. 15. Read the topic sentence. Choose the question that would generate a related supporting detail.There are many different recipes for preparing freshly caught fish. A) What types of fish do North Americans eat most often?. B) What is the best kind of equipment for fishing in lakes?. C) What is the healthiest way to cook freshly caught fish?. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) What is the healthiest way to cook freshly caught fish?. 16. ..... a statement that tells what a passage is mostly about. A) Main Idea. B) Topic. C) Supporting details. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Main Idea. 17. Refine me is the last step to make sure serve your arguments. A) Topic Sentence. B) Expository Text. C) Supporting Sentences. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Topic Sentence. 18. Which of the following is NOT a purpose of a concluding sentence? A) To restate the main idea. B) To give a final opinion or suggestion. C) To introduce a new example. D) To summarise the paragraph. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) To introduce a new example. 19. Analyze the following paragraph structure:'Exercise is essential for health. It helps maintain a healthy weight. It also boosts mental well-being.' What is the topic sentence? A) Exercise is essential for health. B) It also boosts mental well-being. C) It helps maintain a healthy weight. D) Exercise is important for fitness. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Exercise is essential for health. 20. A supporting sentence can be a general statement without connection to the topic sentence. A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) False. 21. Topic Sentence:Playing sports is good for young people. Which is the most suitable supporting sentence? A) Some students find maths very difficult. B) Sports like football and basketball help children stay active and healthy. C) Many people enjoy watching TV at the weekend. D) Exercise is sometimes boring for kids. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Sports like football and basketball help children stay active and healthy. 22. Which of the following topic sentences best matches the supporting detail: "It helps them develop critical thinking and learn about different viewpoints." A) Students don't like reading long texts. B) Reading fiction is a fun hobby. C) Watching TV is more relaxing than reading. D) Reading books can benefit students in many ways. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Reading books can benefit students in many ways. 23. Check the correct answer for each item. Choose the supporting sentence that is unrelated to this topic sentence:Many researchers study DNA. A) DNA carries genetic information. B) Scientists are fascinated by twins. C) One organization in the U.S. has over 50 genetic researchers. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Scientists are fascinated by twins. 24. What is the topic of this paragraph "I spent the best years of my life helping people build houses in Costa Rica" ? A) Canada. B) Houses. C) The Rodriguez family. D) The author's life experience. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) The author's life experience. 25. What the story is mostly about A) Main idea. B) Theme. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Main idea. 26. Which supporting detail best supports this topic sentence?Dora the Explorer is an educational show for kids. A) She has a really cute monkey named Boots. B) Dora's purple backpack holds all of her tools. C) Dora helps teach kids Spanish words. D) She usually stops Swiper from swiping. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Dora helps teach kids Spanish words. 27. A ..... sentence is usually the first sentence of a paragraph. A) Topic. B) Supporting. C) Editing. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Topic. 28. Identify the type of supporting sentence: "The Sahara Desert is the largest hot desert in the world, stretching across North Africa." A) Give a reason. B) Describe. C) Give facts. D) Give an example. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Give facts. 29. What type of supporting sentence is this?PaternityIn my opinion, I saw a father pushing twins in a stroller who was obviously in a hurry, but he stopped in front of a store to allow a woman with her child to go in ahead of him. A) Supporting sentence of personal observation. B) Supporting sentene of example. C) Supporting sentence of statistic information. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Supporting sentence of personal observation. 30. Which of the following is an effective supporting sentence? A) I think dogs are better than cats. B) For example, golden retrievers are friendly and easy to train. C) Dogs are animals. D) This is an interesting topic. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) For example, golden retrievers are friendly and easy to train. 31. What type of supporting sentence is it? Topic sentence:Note taking is one of the most important study skills to learn. Supporting sentence:Reviewing good notes before a test will help students become more familiar with the information. A) Give facts. B) Give reasons. C) Give examples. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Give reasons. 32. Which type of supporting sentence is being used? "To illustrate, the Great Wall of China was built to protect against invasions." A) Give facts. B) Describe. C) Give an example. D) Explain. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Give an example. 33. What is a common error when writing topic sentences? A) Failing to relate to the main idea. B) Being too specific or detailed. C) Using complex vocabulary. D) Being too vague or general. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Being too vague or general. 34. Which sentence has too many controlling ideas for one paragraph? A) Convenience foods are easy to prepare. B) Advanced communication technologies have improved dramatically, enhanced business relationships, and nurtured social interactions. C) Advanced communication technologies have improved dramatically. D) Immigrants have contributed many delicious foods to U.S. cuisine. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Advanced communication technologies have improved dramatically, enhanced business relationships, and nurtured social interactions. 35. Sentence:Traveling teaches people about different cultures and lifestyles. A) Topic:Traveling Controlling Idea:teaches people about cultures and lifestyles. B) Topic:Different cultures Controlling Idea:are learned from travel. C) Topic:Lifestyles |Controlling Idea:are influenced by travel. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Topic:Traveling Controlling Idea:teaches people about cultures and lifestyles. 36. What is the main subject of this topic sentence? Artificial intelligence offers numerous benefits for language learning. A) Language learning. B) Numerous benefits. C) Artificial intelligence. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Artificial intelligence. 37. Many people do not report identity theft to the police. 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. 38. Choose the sentence that does not support the topic sentence. A) They are not as good as meat. B) They have always been popular in Asia. C) They are easy to grow. D) The have a high food value. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) They are not as good as meat. 39. What type of supporting sentence is this?hybrid carsFirst, they get 20 percent to 35 percent more miles to the gallon than a fuel-efficient gas-powered vehicle. A) Supporting sentence of reason. B) Supporting sentence of statistic information. C) Supporting sentence of fact. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Supporting sentence of statistic information. 40. What type of supporting sentence is this?Modern automobilesA combustion engine is an engine that burns fuel to create power A) Supporting sentence of reason. B) Supporting sentence of fact. C) Supporting sentence of example. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Supporting sentence of fact. 41. Why is it important to use correct articles and verb forms when editing a paragraph? A) To make the paragraph grammatically correct and clear. B) To make the paragraph longer. C) To add more adjectives. D) To avoid using nouns. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) To make the paragraph grammatically correct and clear. 42. Check the correct answer for each item. Choose the best supporting sentence for this topic sentence:Twins that are separated at birth have many similarities. A) The differences are also interesting, such as liking different foods. B) Many cousins are also similar. C) Studies show twins raised apart score similarly on intelligence tests. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Studies show twins raised apart score similarly on intelligence tests. 43. "Reading regularly can improve mental health." A) It helps reduce stress by allowing an escape from daily life. B) Engaging in physical activity boosts the immune system. C) Reading stimulates brain function and memory. D) Books can offer perspectives that encourage empathy and understanding. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Engaging in physical activity boosts the immune system. 44. Juan loves to play games. His favorite game is chess because it requires a great deal of thought. Juan also likes to play less demanding board games that are based mostly on luck. He prefers Monopoly because it requires luck and skill. If he's alone, Juan likes to play action video games as long as they aren't too violent. What is the main idea? A) Juan enjoys Monopoly. B) Juan likes to think. C) Juan dislikes violence. D) Juan enjoys playing games. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Juan enjoys playing games. 45. Which of the following is NOT a supporting sentence for the topic sentence:'The internet has revolutionized communication.' A) The internet allows people to connect instantly across the globe. B) Many people use the internet for shopping. C) Social media platforms enable real-time interaction. D) Email has replaced traditional mail for many businesses. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Many people use the internet for shopping. 46. "Reducing plastic use helps protect the environment." A) Plastic waste pollutes oceans and harms marine life. B) Reusable bags and containers can replace single-use plastics. C) Cutting down on food waste can help reduce pollution. D) Plastic takes hundreds of years to decompose. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Cutting down on food waste can help reduce pollution. 47. *Match each supporting sentence with the corresponding topic sentence*Topic sentence 1:Low-fat diets are an excellent way to stay healthy and trim.*Topic sentence 2:High-protein diets are favored by athletes and competitors.Supporting sentenceThey are preferred by the general public because they help with weight reduction. A) Topic sentence 1. B) Topic sentence 2. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Topic sentence 1. 48. Paragraph 1 The way a bird flies often shows what it is doing. When it is flying to warmer places for winter, it flies straight. When it is catching insects, it moves about in many directions. A) The way a bird flies often shows what it is doing. B) When it is flying to warmer places for winter, it flies straight. C) When it is catching insects, it moves about in many directions. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) The way a bird flies often shows what it is doing. 49. Read each supporting sentence. Choose whether it is an example, explanation, or evidence: "This is important because time management reduces stress and helps students stay focused." A) Example. B) Explanation. C) Evidence. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Explanation. 50. To ..... is to study something carefully and find out information about it. A) Customer. B) Research. C) Product. D) Original. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Research. 51. According to some estimates, there are around 1.4 billion cars on the road around the world today. A) Reason. B) Description. C) Statistic. D) Example. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Statistic. 52. Check the correct answer for each item. Supporting sentences often A) List all questions related to the main idea. B) Ask a question. C) Answer a question like Why?. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Answer a question like Why?. 53. Supporting sentences should be ..... related to the topic. A) Not. B) Closely. C) Slowly. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Closely. 54. Which of the following sentences would be a good supporting sentence for the topic sentence "The Amazon rainforest is the largest rainforest in the world" ? A) The Amazon rainforest is home to over 10% of the world's known plant and animal species. B) The Amazon rainforest is twice the size of Texas. C) The Amazon rainforest produces about 20% of the Earth's oxygen. D) All of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) The Amazon rainforest is twice the size of Texas. 55. Sentence:Practicing a musical instrument requires time and dedication. A) Topic:Time Controlling Idea:is required by musical instruments. B) Topic:Practicing Controlling Idea:requires time and dedication. C) Topic:Practicing a musical instrument Controlling Idea:requires time and dedication. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Topic:Practicing a musical instrument Controlling Idea:requires time and dedication. 56. If supporting sentences are not related, the paragraph is ..... A) Well-developed. B) Clear. C) Confusing. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Confusing. 57. Which one of these would not be suitable to support this topic sentence? Education doesn't prepare us to deal with real-life problems. A) It focus on issues that are theortical. B) Teachers do not care about relating their lessons to students' real-life issues. C) It makes us more open-minded and educated. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) It makes us more open-minded and educated. 58. Which of the following is a supporting sentence for the topic: "Technology has significantly changed the way we communicate." A) In the past, people wrote letters which took days or weeks to arrive. B) I prefer using email to send messages. C) Technology is very useful. D) Communication is a basic human need. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) In the past, people wrote letters which took days or weeks to arrive. 59. Furthermore, email is environmentally friendly because it saves natural resources. A) Topic sentence. B) Supporting sentence. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Supporting sentence. 60. What did you do yesterday? A) I studyed Maths. B) Yes, I did. C) I clean the bookshelf. D) I washed the clothes. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) I washed the clothes. ← PreviousNext →Related QuizzesGrammar QuizzesEnglish Grammar QuizzesSupporting Sentences Quiz 1Supporting Sentences Quiz 2Supporting Sentences Quiz 3Supporting Sentences Quiz 4Supporting Sentences Quiz 6Supporting Sentences Quiz 7Academic Paragraph Review QuizAcademic Vocabulary Quiz 🏠 Back to Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books