Paragraph Structure!

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What is a topic sentence?

Back

A topic sentence is a sentence that expresses the main idea of a paragraph, providing direction for the supporting sentences.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

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What are the basic elements of a good paragraph?

Back

The basic elements of a good paragraph are a topic sentence, supporting sentences, and a concluding sentence.

Front

True or False: Topic sentences should provide a direction for the paragraph's sentences.

Back

True

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

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What is the purpose of supporting details in a paragraph?

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Supporting details provide evidence and examples that reinforce the main idea expressed in the topic sentence.

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

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What is a concluding sentence?

Back

A concluding sentence summarizes the main idea of the paragraph and provides closure.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

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Choose the best topic sentence: 'For example, a person can have breakfast in New York, board an airplane, and have dinner in Paris.'

Back

Advances in technology have made the world seem smaller.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

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Which supporting detail best supports the topic sentence: 'Elle Woods taught us that you can do anything you put your mind to.'

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She got into law school and became a lawyer even though no one believed in her.

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

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What is the role of transitions in a paragraph?

Back

Transitions help to connect ideas and ensure a smooth flow of information between sentences.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

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What is the difference between a main idea and a supporting detail?

Back

The main idea is the central point of the paragraph, while supporting details provide evidence or examples that elaborate on the main idea.

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

What should you consider when writing a topic sentence?

Back

When writing a topic sentence, consider the main idea you want to convey and how it relates to the supporting details.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2