Paragraph Structure

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What is a topic sentence?

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A topic sentence is the first sentence in a paragraph that states the main idea.

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What is the purpose of a concluding sentence?

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The concluding sentence repeats the main idea of the paragraph using different words.

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Where is the topic sentence usually located in a paragraph?

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The topic sentence is usually the first sentence.

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What is a supporting sentence?

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A supporting sentence provides details or examples that support the main idea stated in the topic sentence.

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What is the last sentence in a paragraph called?

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The last sentence in a paragraph is called the concluding sentence.

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What does a concluding sentence do?

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A concluding sentence summarizes the main idea and wraps up the paragraph.

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Is 'And' a good word to start sentences in a paragraph?

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No, 'And' is not a good word to start sentences in a paragraph.

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What is the main idea of a paragraph?

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The main idea is the central point or message that the paragraph conveys.

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What are transition words?

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Transition words are words or phrases that help connect ideas and guide the reader through the text.

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Give an example of a transition word.

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Examples of transition words include 'however', 'furthermore', and 'in addition'.