Paragraph Structure

Front

What is the first sentence in a paragraph called?

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Topic sentence

Front

What are supporting sentences in a paragraph?

Back

Details about the topic sentences

Front

The topic sentence is usually the __________ sentence.

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First

Front

What is the last sentence in a paragraph called?

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Concluding sentence

Front

The conclusion is the ___________ sentence.

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Last

Front

What is the purpose of a topic sentence?

Back

To introduce the main idea of the paragraph.

Front

What do supporting sentences do in a paragraph?

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They provide details and examples that support the topic sentence.

Front

How many supporting sentences should a paragraph typically have?

Back

At least two to three supporting sentences.

Front

What is the role of a concluding sentence?

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To summarize the main idea and provide closure to the paragraph.

Front

Can a paragraph have more than one topic sentence?

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No, a paragraph should have only one topic sentence.