Unit 2.2 Paragraph structure

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Topic sentence in a unified paragraph should include:

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The topic, controlling idea, and scope of the paragraph.

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3 Es for supporting sentences in a unified paragraph:

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Explanation, Example, Evidence

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Role of the topic sentence in a paragraph:

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Introduces the main argument or point effectively.

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Concluding sentence's role in paragraph coherence?

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Summarizes main points and offers final insight.

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Topic in the sentence: "Collaborative learning has many benefits for university students."

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Collaborative learning

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Controlling idea in the sentence: "Collaborative learning has many benefits for university students."

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Many benefits

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Scope in "Collaborative learning has many benefits for university students":

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University students

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Common expression for critical observation after evidence:

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Thus, it can be seen that...

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Purpose of an effective concluding sentence?

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Summarise the topic and purpose by referring back to the topic sentence.

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Cohesive device indicating contrast?

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however