Topic Sentence

Which sentence would be a good topic sentence for a paragraph about being a friend?

• I like to think of everyone as my friend

• Having a friend and being a friend can be a lot of work

• I like to hang out with my friends.

• Sometimes my friends and I don't agree about something.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Which sentence would be a good topic sentence for a paragraph about cell phones in the class?

• Most schools do not allow cellphones in the classroom.

• If a phone is turned on, students often play with it.

• Students should turn cell phones off during class time.

• You can't learn new material, if you are texting.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Which one would make the best topic sentence for a paragraph about the most important subject?

• I enjoy learning about math.

• Once you understand math it becomes interesting.

• To be successful in any subject, you must be a good reader.

• I have learned all of my multiplication tables.

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Which one would be the best topic sentence for a paragraph about conserving water?

• There are several things you can do to conserve water.

• If we don't start conserving water, we may run out of it.

• Nothing beats a glass of water when you are really thirsty.

• You don't realize how much we need water until it's gone.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Which one is the best topic sentence for a paragraph about the advantages of owning a pet?

• I have always wanted a pet.

• I believe a dog makes a better pet than a cat.

• There are several advantages to owning a pet.

• My dog's name is Dino.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Which one would be the best topic sentence for a paragraph about playing sports is fun?

• I like to play softball.

• Playing sports can be a lot of fun.

• I am not very good at sports.

• I can run really fast.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Which one would be the best topic sentence about why it's important to vote?

• In order to have your opinion known, you must vote.

• Many countries do not allow their citizens to vote.

• You should be informed on the subject before voting on it.

• The ability to vote is both a right and a responsibility.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Which one is the best topic sentence about when is the best time to do your homework?

• When do you think is the best time to do homework?

• I think doing your homework as soon as you get home is best.

• Some people believe it doing homework after dinner is better

• If you wait too long to do your homework, you may forget.

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Which one is the best topic sentence for a paragraph about using computers in the classroom.

• I think we should all have our own computer in class

• Some schools can't afford a computer for everyone.

• If students had their own computer, they would learn more.

• Everyone must learn to type.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Which of these sentences would be a good topic sentence for a paragraph about Halloween?

• I decided to be a ghost for Halloween this year.

• My favorite Halloween's are the one's we spent with my mom.

• Halloween is one of my favorite holidays.

• I enjoy putting together our Halloween costumes.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2