ENGLISH SEMESTER 2 / UNIT 3 STUDY GUIDE
What is the first part of a paragraph?
What is the middle part of a paragraph?
What is the last part of a paragraph?
Where do you put the topic sentence in a paragraph?
Where do you put a supporting sentence in a paragraph?
Where do you put the closing sentence in a paragraph?
What is the topic sentence of this paragraph?
People often argue about whether dogs or cats make better pets, but there is
no easy answer. Dogs, especially big dogs, can be a lot more work than cats.
Big dogs need long walks every day and space to run around. Cats can be
happy in a small apartment. Many people who prefer dogs think that they are
friendlier to people than cats. However, some cats are very friendly to people,
and some dogs are not. Which pet is better for you depends on how much
time you have and where you live.
What is the closing sentence of this paragraph?
People often argue about whether dogs or cats make better pets, but there is
no easy answer. Dogs, especially big dogs, can be a lot more work than cats.
Big dogs need long walks every day and space to run around. Cats can be
happy in a small apartment. Many people who prefer dogs think that they are
friendlier to people than cats. However, some cats are very friendly to people,
and some dogs are not. Which pet is better for you depends on how much
time you have and where you live.
What is the fifth supporting sentence of this paragraph?
People often argue about whether dogs or cats make better pets, but there is
no easy answer. Dogs, especially big dogs, can be a lot more work than cats.
Big dogs need long walks every day and space to run around. Cats can be
happy in a small apartment. Many people who prefer dogs think that they are
friendlier to people than cats. However, some cats are very friendly to people,
and some dogs are not. Which pet is better for you depends on how much
time you have and where you live.
What would be the best topic sentence for a paragraph about the benefits of
learning to cook?
Cooking for myself has been even more rewarding than I expected.
Asking a relative to teach you how to cook your favorite meal can be fun.
Learning to cook can help you save money, be healthier, and eat what you
love.
Buying ingredients to make food is less expensive than buying prepared food.
What would be the best supporting sentence for a paragraph about bicycle
safety?
Some people ride road bikes, some ride BMX bikes, and some prefer
mountain bikes.
You can lessen your chances of being injured while cycling by taking a few
simple safety precautions.
It's worth spending a little extra time and money to be sure you are as safe as
possible when cycling.
You can make yourself more visible to cars by putting flashing lights on the
front and back of your bicycle.
What would be the best closing sentence for a paragraph about preventing
sunburn?
When you shop for sunscreen, you should look for a product that has an SPF
of at least 15.
After being at the pool all day, you might not realize you have a sunburn until
you get home.
Even though some sunscreens say they are waterproof, you should still
reapply them after you swim.
By preparing well and paying attention while you are outside, you can keep
your skin healthy and avoid the pain of a sunburn.
What would be the best supporting sentence in a paragraph with the topic
"benefits of studying with friends"?
Studying with friends is always better than studying alone.
Taking a test is not something you can do with your friends.
Studying with friends regularly can help you stick to a study schedule.
Reviewing your notes and quizzes is an important part of studying.
What would be the best closing sentence for a paragraph with the topic
"experiencing other cultures"?
You probably have classmates from many different countries and cultures.
You can ask friends about the holidays they celebrate and celebrate with
them.
You might enjoy another culture's traditions and try to learn more about them.
Experiencing other cultures will teach you a lot about the people in your life.
What would be the best topic sentence for a paragraph with the topic "careers
in health care"?
If you like math and science, you will probably like working in health care.
****People with a variety of skills and backgrounds can find fulfilling work in
health care.
Starting a career in health care does not always require getting a college
degree.
You can study for careers in health care and other fields at a community
college.
What is a reason you would use an encyclopedia?
To gather information about a topic you are researching
To find other sources related to a certain topic
To find all the related terms of a certain topic
To find words that have similar meanings to a word
What is a benefit of using an encyclopedia?
It contains well-organized information on many topics.
It provides all the information available on a topic.
It has the most up-to-date information about topics.
It includes both facts and opinions about a topic.
Why are encyclopedias useful?
They are organized in a careful and logical manner.
They contain the most up-to-date information.
They include the best definitions available.
They are the most thorough source of information.
Which option would be the best term to search for when researching bones?
Body Parts Muscle Skeleton.
Which option would be the best term to search for when researching fawns?
Deer Baby Woods Animal
Which option would be the best term to search for when researching polar
bears?
Ice
Zoos
Arctic
Animals
What is one benefit of using a print encyclopedia rather than an online
encyclopedia like Wikipedia?
You do not need to think of terms to search.
You will find more information about your topic.
You can be sure the information you find is accurate.
You can make comments about the articles you read.
What is one difference between print encyclopedias and online encyclopedias
like Wikipedia?
Print encyclopedias are written and checked by experts.
Print encyclopedias contain lots of information on many topics.
Print encyclopedias allow readers to change or add information.
Print encyclopedias provide information you can use in your research.
What is one benefit of using an online encyclopedia like Wikipedia rather than
a print encyclopedia?
You do not need to write down your sources.
You do not have to make sure the source is accurate.
You can find a lot of information about many different topics.
You can use it at home, at a library computer lab, or from a mobile device.
What is the first step in using an encyclopedia to find information?
Look up your topic in the index.
Read the article about your topic.
Find the book that contains your topic.
Think of a word that describes your topic.
Once you've come up with words about your topic, what's the next step of
using an encyclopedia?
Look up your topic in the index.
Read the article about your topic.
Find the book that contains your topic.
Think of a word that describes your topic.
What's the first thing you should do when preparing to use an encyclopedia for
research?
Look up your topic in the index.
Read the article about your topic.
Find the book that contains your topic.
Think of a word that describes your topic.
What should you do if you cannot find information about polar bears using the
term "North Pole bears"?
Try using a different encyclopedia.
Read a different article in the encyclopedia.
Think of other terms that could describe your topic.
Consider whether the encyclopedia is a reliable source.
What step should you take after you have opened the web page of an online
encyclopedia to find information about polar bears?
Make a few notes about the main idea.
Type "polar bears" into the search field.
Write down the website's information.
Use the index to find the location of information.
What should you do after you have read an article on your topic in an online
encyclopedia?
Copy the article into your notes.
Think of other terms you can search.
Reread the article carefully and take notes.
Make comments about the article on the website.