Paragraph Structure

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In a paragraph, where is the topic sentence usually found?

Back

Most of the time it is the first sentence.

Front

Purpose of topic sentences?

Back

Informs the reader about the paragraph's discussion.

Front

Purpose of topic sentences?

Back

Informs the reader about the paragraph's discussion.

Front

John despises folding and doing laundry.

Back

John despises folding and doing laundry.

Front

Supporting sentences: which statement is incorrect?

Back

The topic and main idea are stated in supporting sentences.

Front

Supporting sentence evidence for recycling's importance.

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Paper recycling helps keep trees from being cut down.

Front

Supporting sentence that doesn't fit: Reading class is engaging and fun.

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It's my least favourite subject in school.

Front

Concluding sentence acts as:

Back

A brief summary of your paragraph's content.

Front

Examples of concluding phrases:

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In conclusion, thus, finally

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Transitional words signaling cause and effect:

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therefore, as a result, consequently