Topic Sentence

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What is a topic sentence?

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A topic sentence is a sentence that expresses the main idea of a paragraph.

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Why is a topic sentence important?

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It helps readers understand the main point of the paragraph.

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What should a good topic sentence do?

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A good topic sentence should summarize the main idea and guide the reader through the paragraph.

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What is a supporting detail?

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Supporting details are facts, examples, or explanations that help to explain or support the topic sentence.

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What is the difference between a topic sentence and supporting details?

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A topic sentence states the main idea, while supporting details provide evidence or examples to back up that idea.

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How can you identify a topic sentence in a paragraph?

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Look for the sentence that gives the main idea or summarizes what the paragraph is about.

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What is an irrelevant detail?

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An irrelevant detail is information that does not support or relate to the topic sentence.

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How can you tell if a detail is relevant?

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A detail is relevant if it helps to explain, clarify, or support the main idea of the paragraph.

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What is the purpose of a concluding sentence?

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A concluding sentence wraps up the paragraph and reinforces the main idea.

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What are keywords in a question?

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Keywords are important words that help to identify the main focus or topic of the question.