This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > Grammar > Academic Writing > Paragraphs – Quiz 17 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Paragraphs Quiz 17 (25 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. Where should you place the thesis statement? A) First sentence in intro. B) Second sentence in intro. C) Last sentence in intro. D) At the beginning of each body paragraph. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Last sentence in intro. 2. What is the group of sentences that develop the topic called? A) Topic sentence. B) Body. C) Concluding sentence. D) Thesis. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Body. 3. They enclose extra information in a sentence without changing its meaning. A) A semicolon (;). B) A dash (-). C) Parentheses (( ) ). D) A semicolon (;). Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Parentheses (( ) ). 4. Which type of sentence is the following?As you can see, Billie Jo experienced many changes throughout the novel. A) TS. B) CD. C) CM. D) CS. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) CS. 5. A comparison paragraph can compare the strengths and weaknesses of one thing. A) TRUE. B) FALSE. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) TRUE. 6. Which phrase can be used to express your opinion? A) It is true that,. B) What is more,. C) I feel strongly that,. D) In addition,. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) I feel strongly that,. 7. The topic sentence of a paragraph is "Adaptations help animals and plants survive in their environments." Which of these details best supports the topic sentence? A) There are many different species of animals that live on Earth. B) Grasshoppers adapted to be bright green so they could blend in with grass. C) Harriet opened her book so she could read more about grasshoppers and other insects. D) My favorite insect is the grasshopper. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Grasshoppers adapted to be bright green so they could blend in with grass. 8. It introduces information that defines, explains, or provides a list of what came before the colon. A) A colon (:). B) A semicolon (;). C) A hyphen (-). D) Brackets ([ ]). Show Answer Correct Answer: A) A colon (:). 9. The argument against a claim (what the other side would say if they disagreed with a claim) A) Counter argument. B) Fallacy. C) Author's purpose. D) Argument. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Counter argument. 10. What is the sentence that expresses the main idea of the paragraph called? A) Thesis. B) Concluding sentence. C) Body paragraph. D) Topic sentence. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Topic sentence. 11. The first sentence in your paragraph will be the A) TS. B) CD. C) CM. D) CS. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) TS. 12. Which transition word/phrase would you use to show an example or support? A) If, then, whenever. B) First, next, then. C) Beside, beneath, behind. D) To emphasize, indeed, for instance. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) To emphasize, indeed, for instance. 13. Kevin got sick and went to the doctor. The red part of the sentence is the A) Problem. B) Solution. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Solution. 14. An introductory paragraph serves which of the following purposes? A) To provide a conclusion to the writing piece. B) To introduce the main points of the writing piece. C) To create suspense and engage the reader. D) To summarize the entire writing piece. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To introduce the main points of the writing piece. 15. Every paragraph should end with ..... A) A closing sentence. B) A quote. C) Analysis. D) A topic sentence. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) A closing sentence. 16. A summary should A) Answer the 5 W's:who, what, when, where and why. B) Describe the details but not the main ideas. C) Never mention the plot of the text. D) Always mention the age of the author. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Answer the 5 W's:who, what, when, where and why. 17. What is the role of topic sentences in paragraph revision? A) To introduce new topics. B) To summarize the entire essay. C) To ensure each paragraph has a clear main idea. D) To make paragraphs longer. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) To ensure each paragraph has a clear main idea. 18. In an opinion paragraph, what should the concluding sentence do? A) Introduce a new argument. B) Summarize the main points. C) Provide a counterargument. D) Include a quote from an expert. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Summarize the main points. 19. A noun is a ..... A) Person, place, or thing. B) Action. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Person, place, or thing. 20. When she thinks about the answer to her question. A) Complete Sentence. B) Fragment. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Fragment. 21. What is the purpose of using transitional phrases in the Evidence (orange) section? A) To contradict the main argument. B) To list all the sources used. C) To smoothly introduce or explain evidence. D) To conclude the argument. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) To smoothly introduce or explain evidence. 22. There are many ways that Billie Jo has changed throughout the story.This is an example of which type of sentence? A) CD. B) CM. C) CS. D) TS. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) TS. 23. Which hook technique is being used in the following introductory paragraph? "According to recent studies, nearly 80% of Americans suffer from stress-related symptoms. The relentless demands of work, family, and everyday life have taken a toll on our mental and physical well-being. Is there a way to break free from this cycle and find true peace and tranquility?" A) Anecdote. B) Startling Fact or Statistic. C) Provocative Question. D) Quotation. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Startling Fact or Statistic. 24. Which of the following is NOT a good strategy for writing an opinion paragraph? A) Using strong, persuasive language. B) Including personal anecdotes. C) Presenting only one side of the argument. D) Backing up opinions with facts. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Presenting only one side of the argument. 25. What goes between your hook and your thesis in the intro? A) Background. B) Quote. C) Lead in. D) Topic sentence. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Background. ← PreviousNext →Related QuizzesGrammar QuizzesParagraphs Quiz 1Paragraphs Quiz 2Paragraphs Quiz 3Paragraphs Quiz 4Paragraphs Quiz 5Paragraphs Quiz 6Paragraphs Quiz 7Paragraphs Quiz 8Paragraphs Quiz 9 🏠 Back to Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books