Understanding Topic Sentences

What is the primary role of a topic sentence in a body paragraph?

• To introduce the content of the paragraph

• To summarize the entire essay

• To introduce the thesis statement

• To provide a conclusion for the paragraph

How should topic sentences relate to the thesis statement?

• They should only relate to the conclusion

• They should contradict the thesis

• They should directly relate to the thesis

• They should be completely independent

In the example of tragic heroes, what role do topic sentences play?

• They list all the tragic heroes in literature

• They offer a conclusion to the paragraph

• They introduce and summarize the paragraph content

• They provide a detailed analysis of the heroes

What is one strategy mentioned for writing topic sentences?

• Write them after the conclusion

• Create a roadmap before writing body paragraphs

• Write them before the thesis

• Ignore them until the final draft

Why is proofreading topic sentences important?

• To ensure they are grammatically correct

• To check for spelling errors

• To ensure they are the longest sentences

• To make sure they align with the main argument