This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > English Grammar > Grammar > Discourse > Unity And Coherence – Quiz 1 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Unity And Coherence Quiz 1 (40 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. Which sentence would break unity in a paragraph about "Why school uniforms are helpful" ? A) Many uniforms are comfortable and easy to move in during class and sports. B) School uniforms help students feel equal because everyone wears the same clothes. C) Some learners do not wear uniforms. D) Uniforms save time in the morning because students do not need to choose outfits. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Some learners do not wear uniforms. 2. Choose the correct transition word:"Mrs. Dela Cruz teaches the lesson first, and the test comes ..... " A) Although. B) In conclusion. C) Afterwards. D) In case. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Afterwards. 3. Choose the best connector:"She talks well to the visitor; she ..... has a good command of English." A) Because. B) Certainly. C) As a matter of fact. D) Even though. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Certainly. 4. What is Unity in Sentences? A) Unity means that all parts of a sentence contribute to expressing a single main idea. B) Unity refers to the quality of being unified. C) A sentence has unity when all words and clauses are relevant to the central idea. D) A sentence is not unified if it contains distractions or unrelated details. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Unity means that all parts of a sentence contribute to expressing a single main idea. 5. Choose the correct transition word:"He still came late ..... he left home early." A) However. B) In case. C) Furthermore. D) Although. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Although. 6. What does the signal word "second" show? A) Addition. B) Cause and effect. C) Clarification. D) Sequence. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Sequence. 7. What do transition words do? A) Introduce new topics. B) Conclude paragraphs. C) . Give background information. D) Connect ideas and show relationships. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Connect ideas and show relationships. 8. What is the main reason we use cohesion in writing? A) To connect ideas smoothly. B) To give lots of details. C) To create a logical structure. D) To use many different words. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) To connect ideas smoothly. 9. Which sentence is the topic sentence?(1) Exercise is important for good health.(2) Exercise strengthens the heart and lungs.(3) For example, jogging improves endurance.(4) Exercise also reduces stress.(5) Staying active helps your body and mind. A) Sentence 3. B) Sentence 2. C) Sentence 5. D) Sentence 1. E) Sentence 4. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Sentence 1. 10. What is Parallelism? A) Parallelism involves using the same grammatical structure in related words, phrases, or clauses. B) Parallelism is about using different grammatical structures. C) Parallelism is a technique used only in poetry. D) Parallelism has no impact on sentence clarity. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Parallelism involves using the same grammatical structure in related words, phrases, or clauses. 11. Which one is the example of a unified sentence. A) The cat jumped over the fence, chasing a butterfly. B) Rain fell softly on the roof, creating a soothing sound. C) The car raced down the highway, leaving a trail of dust behind. D) The sun set behind the mountains, casting a warm glow over the valley. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) The sun set behind the mountains, casting a warm glow over the valley. 12. Choose the best connector:"Your temperature is above normal; this ..... dehydration." A) Because. B) May be due to. C) Even though. D) Certainly. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) May be due to. 13. Topic Sentence:Teachers play an important role in improving learning.Choose the sentence that does not support the topic sentence. A) They explain lessons clearly. B) They motivate students to study. C) They guide students toward better understanding. D) Many teachers have a lot of paperwork. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Many teachers have a lot of paperwork. 14. Which sentence should come first to make the paragraph clear? A) We gathered our materials and began the experiment. B) Finally, we wrote the results in our notebooks. C) Science class was exciting today. D) Then, our teacher explained the steps. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Science class was exciting today. 15. Provide an example of a coherent sentence. A) She enjoys reading books. B) The sun rises in the east. C) The cat sat on the mat. D) The dog is barking loudly. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) The cat sat on the mat. 16. A topic sentence says, "My favorite hobby is reading mystery books." Which sentence keeps unity in this paragraph? A) My math teacher gives us homework every day after school. B) I also enjoy playing soccer with my friends on weekends. C) Mystery books are exciting because they make me guess who did the crime. D) My dream is to travel to many famous cities around the world. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Mystery books are exciting because they make me guess who did the crime. 17. Choose the best transition word:"Technology has made communication easier, ..... it can connect people around the world." A) Afterward. B) In case. C) Furthermore. D) Although. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Furthermore. 18. Which sentence has a cohesion problem? A) The class became quiet because the teacher arrived. B) We studied hard, so we passed the test. C) They practiced daily, and they improved. D) The rain was heavy, the streets flooded. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) The rain was heavy, the streets flooded. 19. Choose the transition word:"Pandas are my favorite animal because they love to eat ..... , they love to play." A) But. B) For example. C) In fact. D) Also. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Also. 20. Topic Sentence:Good reading skills help students succeed in school.Choose the sentence that does not support the topic sentence. A) Reading helps solve math word problems. B) It makes science texts easier to understand. C) Good readers do better on exams. D) Many students do not read nowadays. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Many students do not read nowadays. 21. Choose the best transition:"Maybe you should come with me ..... I need help." A) In conclusion. B) However. C) In case. D) Although. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) In case. 22. What are Correlative Conjunctions? A) Correlative conjunctions are not important in writing. B) Correlative conjunctions are single words. C) Correlative conjunctions are paired conjunctions that work together to connect ideas. D) Correlative conjunctions are used only in spoken language. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Correlative conjunctions are paired conjunctions that work together to connect ideas. 23. Why is coherence important? A) It makes writing fun. B) It helps readers understand how ideas connect. C) It makes paragraphs short. D) It lets readers guess the meaning. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) It helps readers understand how ideas connect. 24. Topic Sentence:Protecting the environment helps reduce climate change.Which sentence does NOT support the main idea? A) Proper waste disposal reduces pollution. B) Conservation protects natural resources. C) Many people talk about environmental issues online. D) Trees absorb carbon dioxide. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Many people talk about environmental issues online. 25. Topic Sentence:Online learning was difficult for many students. Choose the sentence that does not support the topic sentence. A) Some students had slow or no internet. B) Others struggled without their teachers' help. C) Students from poor families fell behind in school. D) Online apps became popular for chatting and meetings. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Online apps became popular for chatting and meetings. 26. Topic Sentence:School safety rules prevent accidents.Choose the sentence that does not support the topic sentence. A) Drills prepare students for emergencies. B) Clear rules guide students during danger. C) Safety policies reduce school risks. D) Some schools encourage students to join leadership groups. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Some schools encourage students to join leadership groups. 27. Which one is the example of a parallel sentence. A) They prefer watching movies and playing video games. B) He enjoys running, cooking, and painting. C) She likes to read books and play chess. D) She enjoys hiking, swimming, and biking. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) She enjoys hiking, swimming, and biking. 28. Which sentence uses a conjunction correctly? A) I finished my homework. I watched TV. B) I finished homework TV. C) I finished my homework, then watch TV. D) I finished my homework, and I watched TV. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) I finished my homework, then watch TV. 29. Which transition word completes the sentence?"Most students failed the first quarter, ..... they will try harder next time." A) In case. B) Furthermore. C) However. D) Then. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) However. 30. Topic Sentence:Flood control projects help protect communities from strong rains.Which sentence destroys the unity of the paragraph? A) Drainage systems keep streets from flooding. B) Strong walls stop water from entering homes. C) Well-designed structures reduce damage. D) Many flood projects need a big budget from the government. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Many flood projects need a big budget from the government. 31. Read the paragraph:(1) My family went to the beach last Sunday.(2) First, we looked for a shady place to put our things.(3) Then, we swam in the sea and played in the sand.(4) Afterwards, my brother called to say he will not join us.(5) Finally, we ate lunch together under a big tree.Which sentence makes the paragraph less coherent? A) Sentence 1. B) Sentence 2. C) Sentence 3. D) Sentence 4. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Sentence 4. 32. Topic Sentence:Typhoons disrupt the lives of many families.Choose the sentence that does not support the topic sentence. A) Floods force people to leave their homes. B) Power outages stop work and communication. C) Transportation becomes difficult. D) Weather agencies monitor storms every day. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Weather agencies monitor storms every day. 33. What are Coordinators in Parallelism? A) Coordinators are conjunctions used to connect words, phrases, or clauses of equal rank. B) Coordinators are irrelevant to sentence structure. C) Coordinators are only used in formal writing. D) Coordinators are a type of punctuation. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Coordinators are conjunctions used to connect words, phrases, or clauses of equal rank. 34. Which transition word is MOST appropriate to connect the sentences?"Mark enjoys playing basketball ..... , he likes watching basketball games on TV." A) On the other hand. B) Similarly. C) Therefore. D) In contrast. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Similarly. 35. "I knew him when we were in Grade 2; ..... we were classmates." A) As a matter of fact. B) Moreover. C) Certainly. D) Even though. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) As a matter of fact. 36. Topic Sentence:Overcrowded classrooms make learning difficult.Choose the sentence that does not support the topic sentence. A) Teachers cannot monitor all students well. B) Noise makes it hard to concentrate. C) Many students do not receive individual help. D) Some schools make rules about good behavior. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Some schools make rules about good behavior. 37. Why should we learn unity and coherence? A) To make a paragraph long. B) To make ideas clear and logical. C) To show big vocabulary. D) To impress readers. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To make ideas clear and logical. 38. '' We decided to cancel the outdoor game ..... it was raining hard. We still wanted to have fun, ..... we played board games inside the classroom. We were a bit disappointed, ..... we understood that it was not safe to play outside."Fill the blanks with the appropriate transition words A) Due to, so, although. B) Because, yet, but. C) However, therefore, in case. D) Because, therefore, however. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Because, therefore, however. 39. What should all supporting sentences in a paragraph support? A) A new idea. B) Transition words. C) Other details. D) The main idea. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) The main idea. 40. What is Coherence in Sentences? A) Coherence ensures that ideas flow smoothly and logically. B) Coherence is about using complex vocabulary. C) Coherence is irrelevant to sentence structure. D) Coherence can be ignored in informal writing. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Coherence ensures that ideas flow smoothly and logically. Related QuizzesGrammar QuizzesEnglish Grammar QuizzesCoherence QuizCohesion And Coherence QuizCohesive Devices QuizDiscourse Coherence QuizDiscourse Markers QuizEllipsis And Substitution QuizFour Main Cohesive Ties QuizGrammatical Cohesion Quiz 🏠 Back to Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books