Grade 4 · ELA / English

Grade 4 ELA / English — Paragraphs questions and answers

Topic sentence and supporting details. Written in American English for students, parents, and teachers in the United States.

Practice quiz

Question and answer list

Open a card to see the answer. These are original practice items for US elementary students — not a state test copy.

1. A topic sentence

Answer: states the paragraph’s main point

2. Supporting sentences

Answer: give reasons or examples

3. A closing sentence

Answer: wraps up the idea

4. Indent means

Answer: start the first line in a little

5. Stay on topic means

Answer: do not wander to a new idea

6. Transition word example

Answer: also / however

7. A paragraph about the Grand Canyon should not suddenly discuss

Answer: unrelated video games

8. Order ideas

Answer: in a way a reader can follow