9f. Topic sentences 2

Abraham Lincoln was born in 1809.

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Abraham Lincoln, born in 1809, was one of the most influential politicians in history.

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I am going to discuss the Battle of Gettysburg.

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The Battle of Gettysburg, fought in 1863, was the turning point in the Civil War.

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Because the Civil War was fought mostly on Southern soil, it had lasting effects on the region.

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The Civil War had lasting effects on the American South.

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To become a better athlete, you must learn a number of different skills.

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Writing topic sentences will improve your writing skills tremendously.

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