Parts of a Simple Paragraph

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What is the main purpose of a paragraph?

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To express a complete thought or idea.

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What are the three main parts of a simple paragraph?

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1. Topic Sentence 2. Detail Sentences 3. Concluding Sentence

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What is a topic sentence?

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The first sentence of a paragraph that states the main idea.

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Where can you typically find the detail sentences in a paragraph?

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In the middle of the paragraph.

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What do detail sentences provide?

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Supporting details that explain or elaborate on the main idea.

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What is a concluding sentence?

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The last sentence of a paragraph that summarizes the main idea.

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Which part of a paragraph gives the main idea?

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The topic sentence.

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What is NOT true about the concluding sentence?

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It provides supporting details to the beginning sentence.

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How many sentences should a simple paragraph generally have?

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At least three sentences.

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What is the role of supporting details in a paragraph?

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To provide evidence or examples that back up the main idea.