Topic Sentences for Nonfiction
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Objective
I can write a clear topic sentence that introduces the main idea of a nonfiction paragraph.
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Key concepts
3 concepts
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A topic sentence introduces the topic and central point of a paragraph.
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Effective topic sentences should support the essay's thesis statement and be placed at the beginning of a paragraph.
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Topic sentences can also be used to transition between paragraphs by summarizing the previous paragraph and forecasting the new information.
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Practice
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What are the two key components of an effective topic sentence?
Which of the following best describes the primary function of a topic sentence in a paragraph?
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“Write a topic sentence for a paragraph about the benefits of recycling.”
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