Identifying Topic Sentences
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English
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9th - 12th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a topic sentence?
Back
A topic sentence is a sentence that expresses the main idea of a paragraph.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.2
CCSS.RI.11-12.2
CCSS.RL.11-12.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Where can a topic sentence be located in a paragraph?
Back
A topic sentence can appear at the beginning, middle, or end of a paragraph.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.2
CCSS.RI.11-12.2
CCSS.RL.11-12.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the primary function of a topic sentence?
Back
To introduce the main idea of the paragraph.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.2
CCSS.RI.11-12.2
CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RL.11-12.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Can a topic sentence be a question?
Back
Yes, a topic sentence can be phrased as a question to engage the reader.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.2
CCSS.RI.11-12.2
CCSS.RL.11-12.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an example of a topic sentence?
Back
"The benefits of exercise are numerous and varied."
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.2
CCSS.RI.11-12.2
CCSS.RL.11-12.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the difference between a topic sentence and a supporting detail?
Back
A topic sentence states the main idea, while supporting details provide evidence or examples.
Tags
CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RL.11-12.2
CCSS.RL.7.1
CCSS.RL.8.1
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How does a topic sentence help the reader?
Back
It provides a clear focus for the paragraph, guiding the reader's understanding.
Tags
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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