Chapter 16 - B1 English Grammar – Writing Paragraphs: Structure and Development – Ex 16
A well-written paragraph is the building block of emails, essays, and reports. At B1 level, you must write clear paragraphs with a topic sentence, logical supporting details, a concluding sentence, cohesive linking words, and correct sentence structure—avoiding run-ons and fragments.
The 3-Part Paragraph
- Topic Sentence: One main idea (e.g., “Regular exercise improves mental health.”)
- Supporting Sentences: Facts, examples, explanations (e.g., “A 2023 study found…”)
- Concluding Sentence: Restate or link forward (e.g., “For these reasons, even small amounts of movement help.”)
Key rule: One paragraph = one main idea.
Linking Ideas Smoothly
- Add ideas: also, in addition, furthermore
- Give examples: for example, such as, like
- Show cause/effect: because, as a result, therefore
- Contrast: however, although, on the other hand
Use the same key nouns or pronouns to connect sentences.
Avoid These Mistakes
Run-on sentence:
❌ I like coffee it wakes me up.
✅ I like coffee because it wakes me up.
Sentence fragment:
❌ Because I was tired.
✅ I went to bed early because I was tired.
Off-topic sentence:
❌ In a paragraph about exercise: My brother likes football.
Missing linkers:
❌ Exercise reduces stress. People sleep better.
✅ Exercise reduces stress. As a result, people sleep better.
What Makes a Strong Paragraph:
One Clear Main Idea
Support with Examples
Link Ideas Logically
Complete Sentences Only
strong “For example, a 2023 study showed a 25% drop in anxiety.”
weak “Exercise is good. People feel better.”
How This Quiz Works
- 20 questions randomly selected from a pool of 50
- Tests paragraph structure, supporting details, cohesion, and sentence correctness
- Hints guide you without giving the answer
- Immediate feedback with specific explanations
- Click “Check Answers” to see the full answer key
- “Change Questions” gives you a new quiz
B1 Writing Paragraphs Quiz (20 Questions)
Answer Key with Explanations