Paragraph Structure!

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What do you call the last sentence in a paragraph?

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Clincher sentence: The final sentence that summarizes the main idea or provides a conclusion.

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How many parts should a paragraph have to express and support an idea?

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3 parts: A paragraph typically consists of a topic sentence, supporting details, and a clincher.

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Where in the paragraph can you find the detail sentences?

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Middle: Detail sentences are usually found in the middle of the paragraph, supporting the main idea.

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What type of words SHOULD you use to let the reader know you are switching to differences from similarities?

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Transition words: Words that help guide the reader through the text by indicating a change in thought.

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What type of words/phrases SHOULD you use to let the reader know you are providing another example?

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Transition words: These words signal to the reader that additional examples are being provided.

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What is a topic sentence?

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Topic sentence: The first sentence of a paragraph that states the main idea.

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What is the purpose of supporting details in a paragraph?

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Supporting details: They provide evidence and examples to explain and reinforce the main idea.

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What are transition words?

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Transition words: Words or phrases that connect ideas and help the flow of writing.

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Why is the clincher sentence important?

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Clincher sentence: It wraps up the paragraph and reinforces the main idea, leaving a lasting impression.

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What is the structure of a well-organized paragraph?

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Structure: A well-organized paragraph includes a topic sentence, supporting details, and a clincher.