Topic sentences and supporting details

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What is a topic sentence?

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A topic sentence is a sentence that expresses the main idea of a paragraph.

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Where is the topic sentence usually located in a paragraph?

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Most of the time, the topic sentence is the first sentence of the paragraph.

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Why is a topic sentence important?

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It tells the reader what the main idea of the paragraph is.

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What are supporting details?

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Supporting details are sentences that provide evidence, examples, or explanations to reinforce the main idea presented in the topic sentence.

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What is the relationship between a topic sentence and supporting details?

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The topic sentence presents the main idea, while supporting details elaborate on and provide evidence for that idea.

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Can a topic sentence be placed at the end of a paragraph?

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Yes, while it is most commonly found at the beginning, a topic sentence can also be placed at the end or in the middle of a paragraph.

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What makes a good topic sentence?

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A good topic sentence is clear, specific, and reflects the main idea of the paragraph.

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Identify a supporting detail: 'My cat is afraid of everything.'

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Supporting detail: 'She hides under the bed when there are loud noises.'

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What is an example of a weak topic sentence?

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A weak topic sentence is vague and does not clearly convey the main idea, such as 'There are many things to talk about.'

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How can you determine if a detail supports the topic sentence?

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A detail supports the topic sentence if it provides relevant information that explains or illustrates the main idea.