Writing Topic Sentences

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Objective

I can write a topic sentence that tells the main idea of a paragraph.

Part 1 of 3

Warm-up video

Unknown Channel · 5:00

We don't generate video — this one is by Unknown Channel on YouTube. The practice questions and exit ticket below were drafted by AI for this objective, and every question is editable in the teacher guide.

Part 2 of 3

Practice

7 questions

1

What are the two main parts of a topic sentence, according to the video?

2

Explain, in your own words, what the "topic" of a topic sentence is.

Part 3 of 3

Exit ticket

Quick comprehension check

Write a topic sentence for a paragraph about your favorite sport. Write a topic sentence for a paragraph about your favorite food. Write a topic sentence for a paragraph about your favorite book.

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