๐ Topic Summary
A topic sentence is like the headline of your paragraph. It tells the reader what the paragraph will be about. It's usually the first sentence and should be clear and focused. A good topic sentence makes the rest of your writing easier because it guides both you and your reader!
Think of it as the promise you're making to your reader. If your topic sentence is about the best way to build a sandcastle, the rest of the paragraph should give instructions and reasons for that method.
๐ง Part A: Vocabulary
Match the terms with their correct definitions:
| Term |
Definition |
| 1. Topic Sentence |
A. The main idea or subject being discussed. |
| 2. Main Idea |
B. A sentence that introduces the main point of a paragraph. |
| 3. Paragraph |
C. A group of sentences about one main idea. |
| 4. Supporting Details |
D. Information that explains and expands the main idea. |
| 5. Focus |
E. The specific aspect of a topic that you are writing about. |
โ๏ธ Part B: Fill in the Blanks
Complete the paragraph using the words provided: paragraph, topic sentence, main idea, details, introduction
The ________ is the first sentence in a ________ and tells the reader the ________ of the paragraph. It acts as an ________ to what you will be discussing. The rest of the paragraph will include ________ that support your main idea.
๐ค Part C: Critical Thinking
Imagine you are writing a paragraph about your favorite animal. What would be a good topic sentence for that paragraph? Explain why you chose that sentence.