Tag: writing a paragraph
Questions Related to writing a paragraph
Which option contains the best topic sentence?
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Abraham Lincoln was an influential leader.
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Abraham Lincoln was born in 1809.
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Abraham Lincoln, born in 1809, was one of the most influential politicians in the history of America.
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I am going to write about Abraham Lincoln.
The best topic sentence is Option C. A topic sentence depicts the overall idea of the paragraph in brief. Here, the paragraph is about Abraham Lincoln and Option C introduces the paragraph appropriately. Options A and B are incorrect as they are information about Abraham Lincoln which can be a part of the paragraph individually but they do not serve the purpose of a topic sentence. Option D is incorrect as it does not adhere to the format of paragraph writing.
Identify the topic sentence:
We all hate a messy room, but what's worse is cleaning it. The following is the perfect system for cleaning your room. First, keep all items that do not have a designated place at the center of the room. Dispose of at least five things that you have not used within a year. Now find a location for each of the items you had placed in the center of the room. For the remaining items, try to squeeze them under your bed or into the back of your closet. See, that wasnt so hard!
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We all hate a messy room, but what's worse is cleaning it.
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The following is the perfect system for cleaning your room.
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See, that wasnt so hard!
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For the remaining items, try to squeeze them under your bed or into the back of your closet.
The correct topic sentence is Option B. A topic sentence depicts the overall idea of the paragraph in brief and here Option B serves the purpose as the paragraph describes process of cleaning your room. Option A is the introductory sentence but not the topic sentence as the paragraph describes the process of cleaning a room. Option C is incorrect as it concludes paragraph and does not depict the content of the paragraph. Option D is incorrect as it is only a step in the process mentioned.
The last step in paragraph writing is-
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Conclusion
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Stating examples
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Revision and proofreading
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Topic sentence
The correct answer is Option C.
The essential elements of paragraph writing are _________________.
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understanding, topic, writer's intelligence and length.
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unity, order, coherence and completeness.
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details, continuity and information.
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introduction, conclusion and body.
The true intent of a paragraph is to express coherent points. The main idea of a paragraph always flows in one direction. As soon as this idea changes, the paragraph also changes.
Hence, a paragraph has one idea and everything familiar that naturally flows with it fits into one single paragraph. Thus, first is unity.
Secondly, a paragraph must follow an order. As ideas in a paragraph should not be random, They should be arranged into a logical chronological order that flows in one direction making it easier to read.
Thirdly, the main idea of the paragraph should not be hanging loose. There should be coherence to interpret the main idea.
Lastly, the paragraph ought be complete in itself.
Therefore, B is correct.
A is incorrect as topic and length are very loose basis to form a paragraph on.
C is incorrect as information can be random also.
D is incorrect as conclusion always comes at last. Hence, rendering this option incorrect.
Which of the following is a characteristic of a good conclusion of a paragraph?
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Summarizing the points stated in the paragraph
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Using linking words that indicate conclusions being drawn
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Repeating words or phrases from the topic sentence
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All of the above
The correct answer is Option D.
Which of the following is not a preliminary step in paragraph writing?
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Read the topic carefully
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Look for key terms or words in the topic
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Start writing without any preparation
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Think about what you already know about the topic
The correct answer is Option C.
Which of the following contributes towards a better understanding of a paragraph?
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Topic sentence
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Continuity in flow of ideas
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Both A and B
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None of the above
The correct answer is Option C.
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a well-written paragraph?
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Relevant information
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Linking of ideas
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Comprehensive sentences
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None of these
A well written paragraph is supposed follow a central idea. Thus, linking of ideas is important. The information regarding the central idea should be relevant. Thus, A is incorrect. For a well written paragraph, each sentence should be backed by logical reasoning that stays in one paragraph. Hence, the sentences must be comprehensive and relevant. Thus, C is also incorrect.
Hence, only D is correct.
While writing a paragraph, what immediately follows the main idea?
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The conclusion
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Illustration of the main idea
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Revision of the paragraph
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None of the above
The correct answer is Option B.
Which of the following does NOT hold true for a paragraph?
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A paragraph is a container of only one idea.
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A paragraph should contain a convincing conclusion.
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All of the ideas in each sentence of a paragraph should point to one main idea.
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None of the above.
The correct answer is Option D.