Topic Sentences

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What is a topic sentence?

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A topic sentence is the main idea of a paragraph. It tells what the paragraph is about.

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Why is the topic sentence important?

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The topic sentence helps readers understand the main point of the paragraph.

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Can a topic sentence be at the end of a paragraph?

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Yes, sometimes a topic sentence can be at the end, but it is usually at the beginning.

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What is an example of a topic sentence?

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"I love my new cat, Fluffy." is a topic sentence because it introduces the main idea about the cat.

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How can you find the topic sentence in a paragraph?

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Look for the sentence that gives the main idea or summarizes what the paragraph is about.

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What is a supporting detail?

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Supporting details are sentences that give more information about the topic sentence.

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Give an example of a supporting detail.

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"Fluffy is so great because he cuddles with me all the time." is a supporting detail about Fluffy.

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What does it mean to summarize a paragraph?

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To summarize means to give a short version of the main ideas in the paragraph.

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What is the difference between a topic sentence and a supporting detail?

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A topic sentence states the main idea, while supporting details explain or give more information about that idea.

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Can a topic sentence be a question?

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Yes, a topic sentence can be a question if it introduces the main idea in a questioning way.