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Grade 8 Language: Sentence sense
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Ontario curriculum: Language (2023) · Composition D2 — choose a sentence that is precise, conventional, and suited to the purpose
1.
Which of the following would be a good topic sentence for a paragraph about how to take care of a dog?
2.
What is the function of the final sentence in the passage?
A growing body of researchers argue that exploring the deep ocean is just as important as studying outer space. The ocean floor contains minerals, ecosystems, and species that may help solve medical and environmental problems. However, deep-sea exploration is expensive and requires advanced technology that is not widely available. Even so, interest in the deep ocean continues to grow as researchers learn more about its potential value.
3.
A writer claims that more library time is a good idea. Which sentence is a counterclaim?
4.
What is the function of the second sentence in the passage?
A growing body of researchers argue that exploring the deep ocean is just as important as studying outer space. The ocean floor contains minerals, ecosystems, and species that may help solve medical and environmental problems. However, deep-sea exploration is expensive and requires advanced technology that is not widely available. Even so, interest in the deep ocean continues to grow as researchers learn more about its potential value.
5.
Which sentence uses evidence?
6.
Which line cites a source for a research report?
7.
Which claim is supportable in a paragraph about a bake sale?
8.
Which pattern of organization is used in this writing sample?
The most important rule at the rink is to keep skates laced. Next, stay to the right when you skate. Least important for safety is the colour of your jersey.
9.
Which concluding sentence fits an argument about outdoor learning?
10.
Which sentence is a thesis for an essay about protecting the ravine?
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Grade 8 Language: Sentence sense
Ontario curriculum: Language (2023) · Composition D2 — choose a sentence that is precise, conventional, and suited to the purpose
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1.D) Dog care requires both a daily routine and checkups with a veterinarian.A topic sentence states the main idea, not one small detail.
2.D) It contrasts the growing interest in the deep ocean with the difficulties mentioned earlier.Ask what the sentence does for the paragraph: claim, support, problem, or contrast.
3.A) Some people argue that extra library time can crowd out other subjects.It argues against the writer's claim.
4.B) It gives reasons that support the opening claim.Ask what the sentence does for the paragraph: claim, support, problem, or contrast.
5.D) Isaac counted a crow and three frogs near the riverbank.It gives a specific count.
6.A) Singh, Priya. Beavers of the Don. Toronto: River Press, 2020.A citation names the author, title, and publication details.
7.B) A bake sale can raise money for a class trip.You could support it with reasons or examples.
8.C) order of importanceThe paragraph ranks ideas from most to least important.
9.D) In conclusion, outdoor learning would help because students notice plants and weather.It wraps up this argument with a reason.
10.C) The town should protect the ravine because it shelters wildlife and filters rainwater.A thesis states a claim the essay can support.
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