This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > Grammar > Academic Writing > Supporting Sentences – Quiz 4 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Supporting Sentences Quiz 4 (25 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. What type of supporting sentence is this? "Many people recycle to reduce the amount of waste that ends up in landfills." A) Give a reason. B) Give facts. C) Describe. D) Explain. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Give a reason. 2. Which one of these would not be suitable to support this topic sentence? Junk food, when eaten in excess, can lead to health problems. A) Fast food results in a lot of illnesses. B) Fast food can lead to an unhealthy weight gain. C) Fast food is the consumption of caloric dense food. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Fast food is the consumption of caloric dense food. 3. Which of the following is the best topic sentence for a paragraph about online learning? A) Online classes have become popular during the pandemic, especially in Asia. B) Online education allows greater flexibility and accessibility for students worldwide. C) Zoom and Google Meet are commonly used platforms for online learning. D) I usually study at night because it's quieter. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Online education allows greater flexibility and accessibility for students worldwide. 4. Is this a topic sentence or a supporting sentence?There are numerous advantages to owning a hybrid car. A) Topic sentence. B) Supporting sentence. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Topic sentence. 5. Sentence:Public speaking helps build confidence and communication skills. A) Topic:Speaking Controlling Idea:helps public confidence. B) Topic:Communication skills |Controlling Idea:help with confidence. C) Topic:Public speaking Controlling Idea:helps build confidence and skills. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Topic:Public speaking Controlling Idea:helps build confidence and skills. 6. A second point is that email is fast. A) Topic sentence. B) Supporting sentence. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Supporting sentence. 7. Read the following sentence ..... Once the microchip is in place in the pets leg, the pet does not feel it anymore."The sentence helps the reader infer- A) Where microchips are located. B) That microchips do not bother pets. C) How microchips are inserted. D) That microchips are helpful for pets. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) That microchips do not bother pets. 8. The main idea of a passage is to Identify the central point or theme of the passage. A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) True. 9. How does the use of transitions affect the flow of supporting sentences? A) Transitions only affect the introduction of sentences, not the supporting ones. B) Transitions have no impact on the coherence of supporting sentences. C) Transitions complicate the flow of supporting sentences by introducing confusion. D) Transitions improve the flow of supporting sentences by creating logical connections and enhancing coherence. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Transitions improve the flow of supporting sentences by creating logical connections and enhancing coherence. 10. Topic Sentence:Plastic pollution is a serious problem for the environment. Which is the most suitable supporting sentence? A) Many marine animals die from eating plastic waste. B) Some people like using plastic bags. C) Recycling is fun and easy to do. D) Trees also help clean the air. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Many marine animals die from eating plastic waste. 11. A concluding sentence should be a restatement of the topic sentence, a summary of the supporting sentences, or what else? A) A brand new, unrelated idea. B) A fact or detail of support. C) A question to engage the reader. D) A final comment about the topic. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) A final comment about the topic. 12. What is the purpose of sequence of events in writing? A) To make the writing more disorganized. B) To remove any logical structure from the writing. C) To confuse the reader. D) To provide a logical and organized structure to the writing. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) To provide a logical and organized structure to the writing. 13. Which sentence is an example of a supporting sentence that gives a reason? A) Therefore, people should recycle more often. B) Recycling helps reduce the amount of waste in landfills. C) Recycling is important. D) In conclusion, recycling protects the environment. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Recycling helps reduce the amount of waste in landfills. 14. Which word would most likely begin a supporting sentence? A) However. B) For instance. C) In conclusion. D) Lastly. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) For instance. 15. Which of the following best describes a good topic sentence for a paragraph? A) A sentence that identifies the topic and limits it. B) A sentence that lists many facts. C) A sentence that uses only past tense verbs. D) A sentence that combines two unrelated ideas. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) A sentence that identifies the topic and limits it. 16. Choose unrelated supporting sentence."Regular exercise is essential for maintaining good health." A) Exercise helps improve cardiovascular health. B) Engaging in physical activity boosts mental well-being. C) Eating junk food can lead to various health issues. D) Exercise can help with weight management. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Eating junk food can lead to various health issues. 17. What should a supporting sentence avoid? A) Giving examples. B) Providing facts. C) Introducing unrelated ideas. D) Explaining the topic. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Introducing unrelated ideas. 18. What is the purpose of compare and contrast in writing? A) To analyze similarities and differences. B) To provide a chronological account. C) To persuade the reader. D) To summarize information. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) To analyze similarities and differences. 19. Identity theft is increasing at a rapid pace. 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. 20. The topic sentence in a paragraph is also known as a ..... A) Transition sentence. B) Closing sentence. C) Key sentence. D) Supporting sentence. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Key sentence. 21. There are ..... types of supporting details. A) 1. B) 3. C) 4. D) 5. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) 5. 22. I am not the smallest part of a paragraph. A) Topic Sentence. B) Supporting Sentences. C) Concluding Sentences. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Supporting Sentences. 23. Supporting sentences often begin with words like 'for example, ' 'also, ' or ' ..... ' A) Anyway. B) Finally. C) Such as. D) Although. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Such as. 24. What is more, advertising raises money for a huge number of sporting events. A) Topic sentence. B) Supporting sentence. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Supporting sentence. 25. Choose the best topic sentence:[ ..... ] She always takes the time to listen to me. When I was in the hospital, she came to visit me. She always makes sure I get the medication I need. Several of my friends now go to see her, and they like her as much as I do! A) I am very happy with my doctor. B) It is hard to find a good doctor. C) Seeing a doctor has become very expensive. D) I love my mother. 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