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- 1. Multiple ChoiceWhat is the purpose of a detail sentence?It gives the reader information about the topic.It introduces the main idea.It ties up all the loose ends.
- 2. Multiple ChoiceWhat are the two types of detail sentences?First, SecondTransition, Follow UpLead Off, Follow up
- 3. Multiple ChoiceWhich sentence must use a transition?Topic SentenceLead OffFollow Up
- 4. Multiple ChoiceWhat is the purpose of a transition?Signals the introduction of a new detailInforms the reader of the main ideaSignals the ending to a paragraph
- 5. Multiple ChoiceHow many detail sentences belong in a paragraph?2683
- 6. Multiple ChoiceWhich word is a transition?First,Next,Lastly,All of the above
- 7. Multiple ChoiceWhat symbol does every transition word need after it?a semi-colon (;)a question mark (?)a period (.)a comma (,)
- 8. Multiple ChoiceIdentify the detail sentence type: First, pizza is yummy because of the toppings. My favorite topping is pepperoni.Lead OffGeneralFollow UpClincher
- 9. Multiple ChoiceIdentify the detail sentence type: Lastly, I plan to visit Hawaii because of the beaches. Waikiki Beach is the most famous beach in Hawaii.SpecificLead OffGeneralFollow Up
- 10. Multiple ChoiceIdentify the detail sentence type: Next, I cannot live without my cell phone because of the camera. I have over 1,000 pictures on my phone.Follow UpLead OffIntroductionClincher
- 11. Multiple ChoiceWhich part of the paragraph does a detail sentence belong?TitleIntroductionBodyConclusion
- 12. Multiple ChoiceLead off detail sentences must begin with what?A capital letterA transitionA main idea/topicThe word, "I"
- 13. Multiple ChoiceWhich is NOT a type of topic sentence?GeneralTopicClueingSpecific
- 14. Multiple ChoiceHow many different types of topic sentences are there?6234
- 15. Multiple ChoiceWhat do all 3 types of topic sentences have in common?It's always the first sentenceThey introduce the main ideaThey always give specific reasons
- 16. Multiple ChoiceWhich word is NOT a clue word?manyvariousfor instancetypes
- 17. Multiple ChoiceIdentify the lead off detail sentence.
Learning to play volleyball takes practice, patience, and padding. Volleyball is a game that is not learned easily. First, the skills that a player needs, such as serving, bumping, spiking, and setting, require long, hard hours of practice.Learning to play volleyball takes practice, patience, and padding.Volleyball is a game that is not learned easily.First, the skills that a player needs, such as serving, bumping, spiking, and setting, require long, hard hours of practice. - 18. Multiple ChoiceHow many detail sentences are included in this paragraph?
Most soft drinks are made of soda water, sugar, and flavorings. In 1772, the first soda water was made in England although soda water didn't become popular until after the 1830s. Each 8-ounce glass of soft drink contains 8 teaspoons of sugar, and soft drinks can include lemon, cherry, grape, and lime flavorings. Now, the average American drinks 500 8-ounce glasses of soft drinks peryear, according to the Department ofAgriculture. As can be seen, soda water is a very popular drink in America today.543 - 19. Multiple ChoiceIdentify the order and number of each type of topic, detail, and clincher sentences in the following paragraph.
People train for at least four years before they can become certified as teachers. Most importantly, in their classes, they learn how to teach students. Next in importance, they must learn their subject matter, so they can transfer that knowledge to their students. Finally, they must know how to construct and grade papers and tests and lead discussion classes. Thus, becoming a teacher takes determination, lots of hard work, and many years of training.Topic (1), detail sentences (4), clincher (1)Clincher (1), detail sentences(2), topic sentence (1)Topic (1), detail sentences(3), clincher (1)Detail sentences (3), topic sentence (1), clincher (2) - Answer choicesTagsAnswer choicesTags