Structure of a Good Paragraph

Which of the following best describes the structures of a good paragraph?

• Opening sentence, Body sentences, Closing sentence

• Topic sentence, Body paragraph, Concluding Sentence

• Topic sentence, Supporting sentences, Concluding sentence

• Opening sentence, Supporting sentences, Concluding sentences

Read all of the sentences below, and decide which sentence is the best topic sentence!

• The history of astronomy is interesting.

• Ancient people observed and recorded lunar and solar events in different way.

• For example, Stonehenge in Britain, built 3500 years ago to track the movement of the sun.

• Ice age people recorded the appearance of new moons by making scratches in animal bones.

Read all of the sentences below, and decide which sentence is the best topic sentence!

• Undercooked chicken and hamburger may carry bacteria.

• In some large ocean fish, there are high levels of mercury.

• Food safety is an important issue

• It is hard to know which foods are safe to eat nowadays.

Read the paragraph below and identify the most effective topic sentence.

Paragraph:
____________________________. For instance, regular exercise helps to reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease and diabetes. Additionally, it can improve mental health by reducing stress and anxiety levels. Moreover, people who exercise consistently tend to have better sleep patterns and higher energy levels throughout the day.

• Exercise has numerous benefits for both physical and mental health.

• Exercising regularly is a fun activity for many people.

• Maintaining a balanced diet is essential for a healthy lifestyle.

• People should spend more time outside to stay active.

From the supporting sentences below, which sentence provides the strongest supporting detail for the main idea?
(Be ready to write your reason in the next question)

• Many people believe that daily exercise is crucial for maintaining good health.

• Regular physical activity helps strengthen the heart and lungs, reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease.

• Rivera (2024) in his study finds that exercising for at least 30 minutes a day can significantly lower blood pressure.

• Furthermore, engaging in consistent workouts improves mental health by reducing stress and promoting better sleep.

Please explain the reason for your answer in the previous question about the strongest supporting detail.

Concluding sentence usually start with a transition, such as . . .
(write at least three transition)

Please write one simple paragraph (consist of at least 5 sentences) that has topic sentence, supporting sentences, and concluding sentence. You can choose your own topic.

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