Paragraph Writing

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What is a topic sentence?

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The main idea of the paragraph.

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What should a closing sentence do?

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It should repeat the idea of the topic sentence in different words.

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What is the correct order for writing a paragraph?

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Topic sentence, detail sentences, closing sentence.

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What does it mean for a line to be indented?

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It is set farther from the margin of the page than the rest of the text.

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What is a supporting detail?

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A sentence that provides more information about the main idea.

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What is the purpose of a paragraph?

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To express a complete thought or idea.

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What is a transition word?

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A word that helps connect ideas between sentences.

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What is the role of detail sentences?

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To provide examples and explanations that support the topic sentence.

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What does 'in conclusion' signal in a paragraph?

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It indicates that the paragraph is wrapping up and summarizing the main idea.

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Why is it important to have a clear topic sentence?

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It helps the reader understand what the paragraph is about.