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Writing a Paragraph: Form, Function, Topic Sentences & Connectives: 17 MCQs with answers

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Warm-up · 6 questions

Q1. Which pair of qualities is essential for a well-formed paragraph?

Beginner
A Vocabulary and punctuation
B Length and complexity
C Order and unity
D Rhythm and rhyme
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C · Order and unity

The chapter states that a paragraph needs order and unity, just as a sentence needs grammatical structure.

Q2. What is the guiding principle of paragraph writing?

Beginner
A No point, no paragraph
B One point, one paragraph
C One point, many paragraphs
D Many points, one paragraph
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B · One point, one paragraph

Each paragraph develops a single main idea; when that idea ends, a paragraph break follows.

Q3. The sentence that states a paragraph's main idea is called the:

Beginner
A Supporting detail
B Topic sentence
C Concluding remark
D Transitional sentence
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B · Topic sentence

The topic sentence is the single sentence that states the paragraph's main idea.

Q4. In a narrative paragraph from a story or novel, the central idea is usually:

Beginner
A Implicit, with no single topic sentence
B Split across two sentences
C Stated in the first sentence
D Stated in the last sentence
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A · Implicit, with no single topic sentence

In narrative writing, no single sentence is the topic sentence; the central idea emerges from the whole account.

Q5. Which connective best shows contrast?

Beginner
A however
B for example
C therefore
D finally
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A · however

'However' is a contrast connective; 'therefore' shows result, 'for example' shows example, 'finally' shows conclusion.

Q6. A paragraph must have **order** and **unity**, and is built around a single main idea developed with supporting details — summarized as "one point, one paragraph.".

Beginner
A True
B False
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A · True

A paragraph must have **order** and **unity**, and is built around a single main idea developed with supporting details — summarized as "one point, one paragraph."

Building up · 6 questions

Q7. A student writes: 'The moon passes between the sun and the earth. Its shadow falls on the earth. This is called a solar eclipse.' Where is the topic sentence?

Intermediate
A In the middle
B At the beginning
C It is implicit
D At the end
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D · At the end

The definition 'This is called a solar eclipse' comes last, so the paragraph builds evidence before naming the point.

Q8. A paragraph opens with a common belief about protein sources, then states that beans are actually richer in protein, then gives numbers. Where is the topic sentence?

Intermediate
A At the beginning
B In the middle
C Split across two places
D At the end
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B · In the middle

The surprising fact in the middle is the main idea; the opening sets up a belief that is then overturned.

Q9. Which sentence would most likely be a transitional sentence in a split-topic-sentence paragraph?

Intermediate
A Democracy is a system of government by the people.
B In conclusion, democracy has many benefits.
C These examples show that talent can come from humble origins.
D Shakespeare was born in Stratford.
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C · These examples show that talent can come from humble origins.

A transitional sentence prepares the reader for the conclusion by interpreting the examples that came before.

Q10. Read the paragraph: 'Forests are our most important natural resource. They give us timber. They produce oxygen. They bring rain. They control climate. They shelter animals.' Which quality does this paragraph best demonstrate?

Intermediate
A Overuse of connectives
B A split topic sentence
C An implicit central idea
D Unity — every sentence supports the main idea
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D · Unity — every sentence supports the main idea

Every sentence supplies an example supporting the opening claim, so the paragraph has unity.

Q11. A recipe says: 'First beat the eggs. Next add flour. Then fold in sugar. Finally bake for 20 minutes.' Which category of connectives is being used?

Intermediate
A Contrast connectives
B Result connectives
C Time connectives
D Place connectives
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C · Time connectives

First, next, then and finally sequence steps in time.

Q12. A descriptive letter says: 'In the distance I saw the temple. Nearby, fishermen were pulling nets. To the right, children played on the sand.' Which connectives guide the reader's eye?

Intermediate
A Time connectives
B Conclusion connectives
C Place connectives
D Contrast connectives
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C · Place connectives

In the distance, nearby and to the right are place connectives that move the reader's eye around the scene.

Topper level · 5 questions

Q13. A student writes: 'The library was silent. However, the librarian asked us to leave.' What is wrong with the connective?

Advanced
A Nothing is wrong; 'however' always fits
B It should be 'for example' because an illustration follows
C It reverses the logic; the second sentence does not contrast with the first
D It should be 'therefore' because the silence caused the request
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C · It reverses the logic; the second sentence does not contrast with the first

The two sentences are not in contrast; using 'however' wrongly signals opposition and reverses the intended logic.

Q14. A paragraph about city life includes the sentence 'My grandmother grows roses in her garden.' What is the best revision?

Advanced
A Add 'however' before it to link it
B Move it to another paragraph or cut it, because it breaks unity
C Move it to the end so it becomes the topic sentence
D Keep it — it adds variety
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B · Move it to another paragraph or cut it, because it breaks unity

The sentence does not support the main idea about city life, so it breaks unity and should be moved or cut.

Q15. A writer wants to persuade readers that a belief they hold is wrong. Which topic-sentence placement is most effective?

Advanced
A End, so the reader guesses the point
B Middle, so a belief can be set up and then overturned
C Beginning, so the claim is stated first
D Implicit, so the reader infers it
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B · Middle, so a belief can be set up and then overturned

Placing the topic sentence in the middle lets the writer set up an expectation and then surprise the reader with the real point.

Q16. Which statement best explains why paragraph breaks matter?

Advanced
A They make the page look longer
B They replace the need for topic sentences
C They signal a change of main idea and give the reader rest
D They are required only in stories
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C · They signal a change of main idea and give the reader rest

A paragraph break signals that one main point has ended and another is beginning, giving the reader's eyes and mind a rest.

Q17. A writer is constructing a paragraph that aims to persuade readers that renewable energy is essential for the future. They have the following sentences: 1) 'Renewable energy sources are abundant.' 2) 'They can reduce our carbon footprint significantly.' 3) 'Many countries are investing in solar and wind energy.' 4) 'In conclusion, transitioning to renewable energy is crucial for sustainable development.' In which order should these sentences be arranged to create a coherent and persuasive paragraph, and where should the topic sentence ideally be placed?

Advanced
A 4, 1, 2, 3 with the topic sentence implicit
B 1, 3, 2, 4 with the topic sentence at the beginning
C 3, 1, 2, 4 with the topic sentence at the end
D 2, 1, 3, 4 with the topic sentence in the middle
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B · 1, 3, 2, 4 with the topic sentence at the beginning

The correct order is 1, 3, 2, 4 with the topic sentence at the beginning. This structure introduces the main idea first, supports it with details about abundance and investment, and concludes with a strong statement, ensuring unity and clarity.

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