The Structured Paragraph

Front

What is a claim?

Back

Your supported opinion on a given topic, mentioned in a topic sentence.

Front

In a structured paragraph, where does the commentary go?

Back

After the concrete detail.

Front

You need AT LEAST ___________ sentences of commentary after your concrete detail.

Back

2, two.

Front

You should have __________ concrete details in a structured paragraph?

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2, two.

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Commentary should explain what?

Back

How your concrete detail supports your claim.

Front

What is a structured paragraph?

Back

A paragraph that follows a specific format, including a topic sentence, concrete details, and commentary.

Front

What is a topic sentence?

Back

The first sentence of a paragraph that states the main idea or claim.

Front

What are concrete details?

Back

Facts, quotes, or examples that support your claim.

Front

What is the purpose of commentary in a structured paragraph?

Back

To explain how the concrete details support the claim.

Front

How many parts does a structured paragraph typically have?

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Three parts: topic sentence, concrete details, and commentary.