Writing a Strong T.C.E.A.C Paragraph

Open Ended

Why is it important to organize your writing with structure and evidence when building the body of a paragraph?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a component of a TCEAC paragraph?

• Topic Sentence

• Context

• Evidence

• Introduction

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the purpose of a topic sentence in a paragraph?

• To introduce the main idea of the paragraph

• To provide background information

• To give a direct quote from the text

• To wrap up the paragraph

Multiple Select

What are two key elements to include when providing context in a paragraph, according to the TCEAC method?

• Explain what is happening in the story or text

• Restate your topic in a new way

• Introduce who is speaking or acting

• Use a direct quote

Fill in the Blanks

Fill in the blank: When providing evidence in a paragraph, you should always include quotation marks and

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Open Ended

Explain how analysis in the TCEAC method helps connect evidence to the topic sentence.

Multiple Choice

Based on the TCEAC structure, what is the correct order of sentences to write a well-developed paragraph?

• Topic Sentence, Context, Evidence, Analysis, Closing Sentence

• Context, Topic Sentence, Evidence, Analysis, Closing Sentence

• Topic Sentence, Evidence, Context, Analysis, Closing Sentence

• Topic Sentence, Context, Analysis, Evidence, Closing Sentence

Multiple Choice

Which step in the TCEAC method focuses on wrapping up your paragraph and connecting back to your main idea?

• Topic Sentence

• Context

• Analysis

• Closing Sentence

Multiple Choice

How does the time Ponyboy and Johnny spend hiding in the church affect Ponyboy's perspective in The Outsiders?

• It makes him appreciate safety and friendship more.

• It causes him to distrust Johnny.

• It makes him want to leave the church immediately.

• It makes him forget about his friends.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a component of the TCEAC paragraph structure?

• Topic Sentence

• Context

• Evidence

• Thesis Statement

Open Ended

Reflect on your experience with TCEAC paragraphs: Which part of the TCEAC structure do you find most challenging to implement in your writing, and why?

Open Ended

Why is it important to avoid 'floating quotes' and always give context when writing a paragraph that uses evidence?