Identifying Parts of a Paragraph

What is the purpose of a topic sentence in a paragraph?

• To summarize the paragraph

• To provide supporting details for the paragraph

• To conclude the paragraph

• To introduce the main idea or point of the paragraph.

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CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

Identify the topic sentence in the following paragraph: 'The sun provides light and warmth to the earth. Plants use sunlight to make food through a process called photosynthesis. Without the sun, life on earth would not be possible.'

• Life on earth would not be possible without the moon.

• The topic sentence is: 'The sun provides light and warmth to the earth.'

• Plants use sunlight to make food through a process called moonlighting.

• The sun provides heat and water to the earth.

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CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

What are supporting details and how do they relate to the topic sentence?

• Supporting details are unnecessary and should be omitted from the paragraph.

• Supporting details are general statements that have no connection to the topic sentence.

• Supporting details are specific pieces of information that help to explain, describe, or prove the main idea stated in the topic sentence. They provide evidence, examples, or further explanation to support the main point.

• Supporting details are unrelated information that distract from the main idea in the topic sentence.

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CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.1

Recognize the supporting details in the following paragraph: 'My favorite season is summer. I enjoy going to the beach, having picnics in the park, and playing outdoor sports.'

• My favorite season is winter. I enjoy skiing, building snowmen, and having hot chocolate.

• I prefer fall. I like to go apple picking, visit pumpkin patches, and watch the leaves change color.

• The supporting details in the paragraph are 'going to the beach', 'having picnics in the park', and 'playing outdoor sports'.

• I love spring. I enjoy planting flowers, going for nature walks, and having outdoor barbecues.

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CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.3.1

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.1

Why is a concluding sentence important in a paragraph?

• A concluding sentence is not important in a paragraph because it adds unnecessary length to the paragraph

• A concluding sentence is not important in a paragraph because it confuses the reader

• A concluding sentence is important in a paragraph because it helps to summarize the main points and provide closure to the reader. It also reinforces the main idea and leaves a lasting impression.

• A concluding sentence is not important in a paragraph because it only repeats what was already said

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CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

What is the concluding sentence in the following paragraph: 'In conclusion, the internet has revolutionized the way we communicate, access information, and conduct business.'

• In summary, the internet has had no impact on how we communicate, access information, and conduct business.

• In conclusion, the internet has revolutionized the way we communicate, access information, and conduct business.

• In conclusion, the internet has only slightly affected how we communicate, access information, and conduct business.

• In conclusion, the internet has made no difference in how we communicate, access information, and conduct business.

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CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

What are transition words and how do they help in organizing a paragraph?

• Transition words are only used in fiction writing and have no relevance in academic or professional writing

• Transition words are only used in spoken language and have no place in written paragraphs

• Transition words are words or phrases that help connect ideas and show the relationships between different parts of a paragraph. They help in organizing a paragraph by indicating the sequence of events, providing examples, comparing and contrasting, or showing cause and effect.

• Transition words are unnecessary and only add to the word count of a paragraph

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CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

Identify the transition word in the following sentence: 'Furthermore, exercise is essential for maintaining good health.'

• Furthermore

• Moreover

• Additionally

• In conclusion

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CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

How does a topic sentence differ from a concluding sentence in a paragraph?

• A topic sentence is always the first sentence of a paragraph, while a concluding sentence is always the last sentence.

• A topic sentence is longer and more detailed than a concluding sentence.

• A topic sentence introduces the main idea of the paragraph, while a concluding sentence summarizes the main points and wraps up the paragraph.

• A topic sentence is written in the past tense, while a concluding sentence is written in the present tense.

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CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

Identify the transition word in the following sentence: 'However, some people prefer to work in a quiet environment.'

• Additionally

• Therefore

• However

• Moreover

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CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2