Topic Sentences

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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. It usually appears at the beginning of the paragraph.

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What role do supporting details play in a paragraph?

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Supporting details provide evidence and examples that help explain or prove the main idea presented in the topic sentence.

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What is the correct order for writing a paragraph?

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

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How can you identify a topic sentence in a paragraph?

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A topic sentence often summarizes the main idea and is usually more general than the supporting details.

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What is the purpose of a closing sentence?

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A closing sentence wraps up the paragraph and reinforces the main idea, often summarizing the key points.

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What is an example of a strong topic sentence?

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"Out of all the pizza toppings, pepperoni is the best." This sentence clearly states the main idea of the paragraph.

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What is a supporting detail?

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A supporting detail is a fact, example, or explanation that helps to clarify or support the main idea of a paragraph.

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Why is it important to have a clear topic sentence?

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A clear topic sentence helps readers understand the main idea of the paragraph and sets the direction for the supporting details.

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What is the difference between a topic sentence and a closing sentence?

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A topic sentence introduces the main idea, while a closing sentence summarizes or concludes the paragraph.

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Can a paragraph have more than one topic sentence?

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No, a paragraph should have only one topic sentence to maintain focus on a single main idea.