Paragraphs

What is a paragraph?

• It's a sentence about a topic.

• It's a series of sentences about a topic.

Tags

CCSS.W.4.2A

CCSS.W.4.2B

How many sentences does a paragraph have?

• 5-7

• 1-2

• 9

• 3-4

What is the first sentence of a paragraph called?

• the introduction sentence

• the topic sentence

• the first sentence

• the exclusive sentence

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CCSS.W.4.2A

What is a topic sentence?

• A sentence

• A sentence that expresses any idea

• A sentence that expresses a supporting detail

• A sentence that expresses the main idea of the paragraph

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.6.5

When do you use supporting details or supporting sentences?

• Before the first sentence

• After the topic sentence and before the closing sentence

• Never use these in paragraphs, only in essays

• After the last sentence

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.W.6.2B

What can you include in the supporting sentences?

• examples to support your topic sentence

• reasons to support your topic sentence

• descriptions to support your topic sentence

• extra details or information to support your topic sentence

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CCSS.W.6.1B

CCSS.W.6.2B

What is a concluding sentence?

• A sentence that marks the end of the paragraph and reminds the reader of the main idea.

• A sentence that you write at the start of your paragraph.

• A sentence where you include supporting details.

• A sentence

Tags

CCSS.W.6.1E

CCSS.W.6.2F

Where do you write the closing sentence?

• at the start of the paragraph

• in the middle

• at the end of the paragraph

• nowhere

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CCSS.W.6.1E

CCSS.W.6.2F

Why are hamburgers important when writing paragraphs?

• Because you might get hungry

• They're not important

• Because they help you remember the 3 main parts of a paragraph

• Because the teacher said so

____________________. Children who have a cell phone can call for help in an emergency. Also, they can always communicate with their parents. Finally, cell phones help children stay in contact with friends. For these reasons, when possible, children should have a cell phone.

What is the best topic sentence?

• There are many types of cell phones.

• Cell phones help children call friends and parents.

• Having a cell phone can help children in several ways.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.2