Paragraph Review

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What is a supporting sentence?

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A supporting sentence provides details, examples, or explanations that help to clarify or elaborate on the main idea of 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, summarizing what the paragraph is about.

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Where is the main idea usually found in a paragraph?

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The main idea is typically found in the first sentence or the topic sentence of a paragraph.

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What is a topic sentence?

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A topic sentence is the sentence that expresses the main idea of a paragraph, guiding the reader on what to expect.

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What are examples of supporting details?

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Supporting details can include facts, statistics, quotes, anecdotes, and examples that reinforce the main idea.

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What is a controlling idea?

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A controlling idea is the part of a sentence that tells the reader what the writer will discuss about the topic.

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How do you identify the controlling idea in a sentence?

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The controlling idea can be identified by looking for the part of the sentence that provides the specific focus or direction of the discussion.

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What role do supporting sentences play in a paragraph?

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Supporting sentences help to explain, prove, or elaborate on the main idea, making the paragraph more informative.

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What is the structure of a well-organized paragraph?

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A well-organized paragraph typically includes a topic sentence, supporting sentences, and a concluding sentence.

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What is a concluding sentence?

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A concluding sentence summarizes the main idea of the paragraph and provides closure to the discussion.