Topic Sentences

Which is a topic sentence?

• Thanksgiving is a popular American holiday

• Our meal is very traditional.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Which sentence is a supporting detail.

• In the cell nucleus, chromosomes are separated into two identical sets.

• Mitosis is a process of cell division.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.2

What is the correct order of sentences for a single paragraph?

1)Harriet Tubman helped slaves to freedom.

2) John Brown led a small rebellion against slavery.

3)The anti-slavery movement began to grow in the 1850s.

4) Abraham Lincoln won the presidential election.

• 3, 1, 2, 4

• 4, 1, 2, 3

• 1, 2, 3, 4

• 1, 2, 4, 3

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

Which is a topic sentence?

• Many come to experience the rich culture and ocean waves.

• The natural beauty, warm climate, and surrounding waters make it a popular tourist destination.

• The state of Hawaii is a great vacation destination.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Which is a supporting detail?

• It is important for children to cultivate the reading habit because it broadens knowledge.

• It encourages imagination.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

Which of these are supporting details?

• There are many different ways of using eggs in cooking.

• Hard boiled eggs are good for picnics, sandwiches, or use in salads.

• To give lightness and substances, eggs are usually added to cakes and pastries.

• There are few foods that are as nourishing and versatile as eggs.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.2

What is the topic sentence?

• The most important problem in our city is its inadequate public transportation system.

• A bus or streetcar that should arrive at 7:45 may not arrive until 8:00 or later.

• In order for people to get to their destinations on time, people must allow for waiting time at the bus and streetcar stops.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

What are the supporting details?

• My hometown is known for several amazing and natural features.

• Fort Lauderdale is noted for its beautiful beaches.

• A stunning feature is the natural coral reef located off the coast.

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What is the topic sentence?

• My friend often travels away from her home.

• My friend sends money to her family in Chile each month.

• My friend is generous.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

What is this sentence?

"My roommate Akiko is a very organized person.

• Topic Sentence

• Supporting Detail

• Concluding Sentence

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2