Pleasing Paragraphs

Which sentence usually tells you the main idea of a paragraph?

• A detail sentence.

• The first sentence - the 'main idea' or 'topic' sentence.

• The last sentence.

• The banana sentence

True or False: A paragraph has to be all about one main idea. It can't include random information about something else.

• True

• False

What are detail sentences for?

• They tell us interesting facts about ANYTHING.

• They tell how to bake a cake.

• They make paragraphs nice and long

• They tell more details about the main idea sentence.

What is the diet of cats?

Cats are carnivores because they only eat meat.

Which of these is a supporting detail for this main idea sentence?

• Cats are clever hunters.

• Cats often go out at night to find their prey.

• This diet gives them lots of protein.

• They are often known as the cleanest animal.

A paragraph about 'Shark Behaviour' could include which sentence:

• Sharks have smooth skin.

• Sharks swim by themselves or in a group.

• Sharks eat fish.

• Sharks live in every ocean in the world.

Why do information reports have paragraphs?

• They show the important information first.

• They organise the information.

• They make your information report easy to read.

• All of the above.

Trees provide protection. They are a safe place to build a nest. Birds can find food in trees.

What is the main idea?

• Small birds eat insects and fruit.

• Birds are animals with feathers and two legs.

• Birds usually live in trees.

• Birds hide in your toilet when you're not looking.

How do you write a paragraph?

• Write a main idea, then supporting details.

• Write any facts about the main topic.

• Write an orientation, then a problem.

• Pour flour on your page, then add three fresh eggs.

How many sentences should a paragraph have?

• 3

• 15

• It depends, but usually 3-4.

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What is Slinky Dinky?

• Nice

• Kind

• Annoying

• Evil