Topic Sentence

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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, summarizing the content that follows.

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Why is reading important according to the quiz?

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Reading helps people do well in school and their jobs, and it allows them to learn new things about their interests.

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What is a supporting detail?

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A supporting detail is a piece of information that helps to explain, clarify, or provide evidence for the main idea presented in the topic sentence.

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What does it mean for a supporting detail to 'not fit'?

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A supporting detail that 'doesn't fit' does not relate to or support the main idea expressed in the topic sentence.

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Provide an example of a topic sentence.

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An example of a topic sentence is: 'There are many things you should do to stay healthy.'

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What is the purpose of a topic sentence in a paragraph?

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The purpose of a topic sentence is to provide a clear focus for the paragraph, guiding the reader on what to expect.

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How can you identify a supporting detail?

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You can identify a supporting detail by looking for information that elaborates on or provides evidence for 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 provide additional information that reinforces or explains that idea.

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What is an example of a supporting detail that fits a topic sentence?

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If the topic sentence is 'My cat is afraid of everything,' a fitting supporting detail could be 'He hides under the bed during thunderstorms.'

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What is an example of a supporting detail that does not fit?

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If the topic sentence is 'Candy is not a healthy treat,' a supporting detail that does not fit could be 'It tastes really good.'