Reading 1
A paragraph has sentences about the same thing, subject or topic. A paragraph can be long or short - a few sentences, or many sentences, but it must about one topic or subject. That thing or subject is in a topic sentence. What's the topic of paragraph which you are reading now?
It is about a paragraph.
There are four seasons in a year. The months of winter season are December, January and February. April, March, and May are the months of spring. The months of summer are June, July, and August. September, October and November are autumn months. What is the topic of the paragraph?
Today is November twenty-third. It is Elizabeth's nineteenth birthday. She is going to have a birthday party today. Her friends Susan and Betty are coming to her party.
Betty had birthday party last month. Her birthday was October thirtieth. Susan had her birthday in the summer. Susan's birthday is July fourteenth.
When is Elizabeth's birthday?
November 23rd
On Tuesday, Diana picked up her airline ticket. There were a lot of customers at the travel agency. After that, she went back home and packed her suitcases. She called a taxi and then took her suitcases outside. She locked the door with her key and turned the doorknob to check it. The taxi picked her up and stopped at the airport.
What tense of time is used in the paragraph?
Simple past tense.
Children in the US go to school five days a week. Their school day begins at 08.00 am and it ends at 03.00 pm. They have lunch at school. School begins in September every year, and it ends in May. After twelve years of school, they graduate. It is a part of their early years.
What time does school in USA begin everyday?
at 08.00 a.m.
A topic sentence expresses the main point of a paragraph. Everything else in the paragraph should relate to the topic. It is also the first statement in the paragraph of an essay. The topic sentence should be specific and appear in the first sentence. What is a topic sentence?
A topic sentence expresses the main point of a paragraph.
Some big families like to have lunch or dinner together on Sundays. All men, women and children help. Sometimes, the men cook the meat outside. The women cook vegetables and dessert inside. The children help with table. They put cups and glasses on the table. Everybody works and eats together. What is the topic of the paragraph?
Sunday meals.
Today is November twenty-third. It is Elizabeth's nineteenth birthday. She is going to have a birthday party today. Her friends Susan and Betty are coming to her party.
Betty had birthday party last month. Her birthday was October thirtieth. Susan had her birthday in the summer. Susan's birthday is July fourteenth.
What are Elizabeth and her friends going to have today?
a birthday party
On Tuesday, Diana picked up her airline ticket. There were a lot of customers at the travel agency. After that, she went back home and packed her suitcases. She called a taxi and then took her suitcases outside. She locked the door with her key and turned the doorknob to check it. The taxi picked her up and stopped at the airport.
Who picked up the airline ticket?
Diana did.
Children in the US go to school five days a week. Their school day begins at 08.00 am and it ends at 03.00 pm. They have lunch at school. School begins in September every year, and it ends in May. After twelve years of school, they graduate. It is a part of their early years.
How many days do children in US go to school in a week?
Children in the US go to school five days a week. Their school day begins at 08.00 am and it ends at 03.00 pm. They have lunch at school. School begins in September every year, and it ends in May. After twelve years of school, they graduate. It is a part of their early years. What is the topic of the paragraph?
School years
Military bases are like a small town. Military men and women can work, live, study, and play on a base. Bases have barracks or dormitories. They also have snack bars, restaurants, and mess halls. Libraries, barbershops, drugstores and hospitals or dispensaries are on base, too. What is the topic of the paragraph?
Military bases
Today is November twenty-third. It is Elizabeth's nineteenth birthday. She is going to have a birthday party today. Her friends Susan and Betty are coming to her party.
Betty had birthday party last month. Her birthday was October thirtieth. Susan had her birthday in the summer. Susan's birthday is July fourteenth.
Who are going to come to the party?
Her friends, Susan and Betty.
On Tuesday, Diana picked up her airline ticket. There were a lot of customers at the travel agency. After that, she went back home and packed her suitcases. She called a taxi and then took her suitcases outside. She locked the door with her key and turned the doorknob to check it. The taxi picked her up and stopped at the airport.
When were there a lot of customers?
On Tuesday
Children in the US go to school five days a week. Their school day begins at 08.00 am and it ends at 03.00 pm. They have lunch at school. School begins in September every year, and it ends in May. After twelve years of school, they graduate. It is a part of their early years.
Why do they have lunch at school?
Because they study at school from 08.00 am to 03.00 pm.
It is important to eat vegetables. Many people don't like them, but we all need to eat them. There are many kinds of vegetables. at a grocery store you can buy carrots, squash, potatoes, tomatoes, lettuce, and many more. some vegetables you can just wash and eat or put in a salad or put on a sandwich. Some vegetables are cooked in soups and different dishes. What is the topic of the paragraph?
It is about vegetables.
A good city to visit in Texas is San Antonio. People can go to see movies and shows there. They can play basketball, baseball, and other sports. There are a lot of different restaurants in the city. People from lots of different cities and countries like to visit downtown San Antonio, too. What is the topic of the paragraph?
San Antonio
Today is November twenty-third. It is Elizabeth's nineteenth birthday. She is going to have a birthday party today. Her friends Susan and Betty are coming to her party.
Betty had birthday party last month. Her birthday was October thirtieth. Susan had her birthday in the summer. Susan's birthday is July fourteenth.
Why is Betty going to come to Elizabeth's birthday party?
Because they are friends.
On Tuesday, Diana picked up her airline ticket. There were a lot of customers at the travel agency. After that, she went back home and packed her suitcases. She called a taxi and then took her suitcases outside. She locked the door with her key and turned the doorknob to check it. The taxi picked her up and stopped at the airport.
Who did she ring before taking her suitcases out?
A taxi
Children in the US go to school five days a week. Their school day begins at 08.00 am and it ends at 03.00 pm. They have lunch at school. School begins in September every year, and it ends in May. After twelve years of school, they graduate. It is a part of their early years.
How long do children in US study at school in a day?
Seven hours a day.
Halloween is celebrated in some countries on October 31st of every year. It is a time to remember the saints (hallows) martyrs and the good people who died. Halloween activities include carving the pumpkins, telling scary stories and watching horror movies. The most common activity in Halloween is when the kids go (Trick or Treat) and have costume parties. In this activity, the kids dress up in many different costumes. What is the topic of the paragraph?
Halloween
Independence Day is annually celebrated on July 4 and is often known as the Fourth of July. It is the anniversary of the publication of the declaration of independence from Great Britain in 1776. Patriotic displays and family events are organized throughout the United States. What is the topic of the paragraph?
US Independence Day
Today is November twenty-third. It is Elizabeth's nineteenth birthday. She is going to have a birthday party today. Her friends Susan and Betty are coming to her party.
Betty had birthday party last month. Her birthday was October thirtieth. Susan had her birthday in the summer. Susan's birthday is July fourteenth.
Who is the oldest among them?
Susan is the oldest.
On Tuesday, Diana picked up her airline ticket. There were a lot of customers at the travel agency. After that, she went back home and packed her suitcases. She called a taxi and then took her suitcases outside. She locked the door with her key and turned the doorknob to check it. The taxi picked her up and stopped at the airport.
Why did the taxi stop her at the airport not at the travel agent?
Because she wanted to go somewhere by airplane.
Children in the US go to school five days a week. Their school day begins at 08.00 am and it ends at 03.00 pm. They have lunch at school. School begins in September every year, and it ends in May. American students attend primary and secondary school for a combined total of 12 years. These years are referred to as the first through twelfth grades. Around age six, U.S. children begin primary school, which is most commonly called “elementary school.” After attending elementary school, they then go onto secondary school.
Secondary school consists of two programs: the first is “middle school” or “junior high school” and the second program is “high school.” A diploma or certificate is awarded upon graduation from high school. After graduating high school (12th grade), U.S. students may go on to college or university. College or university study is known as “higher education.”
How long should children in US study in middle school?
Three years