Paragraph Writing

Front

What is a paragraph?

Back

A paragraph is a group of sentences that are about the same topic.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

What is the purpose of a topic sentence?

Back

The topic sentence introduces the main idea of the paragraph.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

What should a closing sentence do?

Back

A closing sentence can restate the main idea or summarize all the ideas in the paragraph.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

What is the correct order for writing a paragraph?

Back

The correct order is: topic sentence, detail sentences, closing sentence.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

What types of information can a paragraph provide?

Back

A paragraph can give both facts and opinions about the topic.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

What is a detail sentence?

Back

A detail sentence provides supporting information or examples related to the topic sentence.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

Front

What is a summary in the context of a paragraph?

Back

A summary is a brief restatement of the main ideas presented in the paragraph.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

Why is it important to have a clear topic in a paragraph?

Back

A clear topic helps the reader understand what the paragraph is about and keeps the writing focused.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

What is the role of transitions in paragraph writing?

Back

Transitions help connect ideas and guide the reader through the paragraph.

Front

What is an example of a transition phrase?

Back

Examples of transition phrases include 'first', 'next', and 'in conclusion'.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5