This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > English Grammar > Grammar > Academic Writing > Supporting Sentences – Quiz 9 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Supporting Sentences Quiz 9 (30 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. Which of the following is the best way to write a concluding sentence? A) Write a sentence that summarizes the main points of the paragraph. B) Write a sentence that restates the topic sentence. C) Write a sentence that provides a call to action. D) Write a sentence that uses a lot of figurative language. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Write a sentence that summarizes the main points of the paragraph. 2. What type of supporting sentence is this?Alex bought a hybrid car two years ago and has been extremely impressed with its performance. A) Supporting sentence of example. B) Supporting sentence of reason. C) Supporting sentence of quotation. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Supporting sentence of example. 3. Check the correct answer for each item. Choose the best supporting sentence for this topic sentence:According to Howard Gardner, there are many kinds of intelligences. A) Some scientists use intelligence tests in their studies. B) "Emotional intelligence" means how well you understand emotions. C) The Michigan Research Center tested twins' intelligence. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) "Emotional intelligence" means how well you understand emotions. 4. Which type of supporting sentence is being used in the following statement? "Photosynthesis is the process by which plants make their own food using sunlight." A) Explain. B) Give a reason. C) Give an example. D) Describe. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Explain. 5. If a paragraph's topic sentence is about tourist attractions, which of the following would be a specific supporting sentence? A) Traveling can be expensive. B) Tourist attractions are important for the economy. C) Many people like to travel. D) One example is Kyongbok Palace, which was founded by the Yi Dynasty in 1392. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) One example is Kyongbok Palace, which was founded by the Yi Dynasty in 1392. 6. 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. 7. 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. 8. 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. 9. 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. 10. 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. 11. 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. 12. 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. 13. 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. 14. 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. 15. 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. 16. 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. 17. 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) Recycling means reusing materials so they don't become waste. D) That's why recycling is necessary. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Recycling means reusing materials so they don't become waste. 18. 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. 19. 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. 20. 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?. 21. ..... 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. 22. 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. 23. Which of the following is NOT a purpose of a concluding sentence? A) To introduce a new example. B) To restate the main idea. C) To give a final opinion or suggestion. D) To summarise the paragraph. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) To introduce a new example. 24. 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) It helps maintain a healthy weight. B) Exercise is important for fitness. C) Exercise is essential for health. D) It also boosts mental well-being. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Exercise is essential for health. 25. 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. 26. 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. 27. 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. 28. 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. 29. What is the topic of this paragraph "I spent the best years of my life helping people build houses in Costa Rica" ? A) The Rodriguez family. B) Houses. C) The author's life experience. D) Canada. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) The author's life experience. 30. 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. ← PreviousNext →Related QuizzesGrammar QuizzesEnglish Grammar QuizzesSupporting Sentences Quiz 1Supporting Sentences Quiz 2Supporting Sentences Quiz 3Supporting Sentences Quiz 4Supporting Sentences Quiz 5Supporting Sentences Quiz 6Supporting Sentences Quiz 7Supporting Sentences Quiz 8 🏠 Back to Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books