What is a topic sentence?
Topic Sentences and Supporting Details

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English
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7th - 8th Grade
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A topic sentence is a sentence that expresses the main idea of a paragraph. It usually appears at the beginning of the paragraph.
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Why is a topic sentence important?
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A topic sentence helps readers understand the main idea of the paragraph and sets the direction for the supporting details.
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What are supporting details?
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Supporting details are facts, examples, or descriptions that explain or enhance the topic sentence.
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How do you identify the best topic sentence for a paragraph?
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Look for a sentence that summarizes the main idea and is supported by the details in 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 presented in the topic sentence.
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What makes a good supporting detail?
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A good supporting detail is relevant, specific, and provides evidence or examples that clarify the topic sentence.
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What is the difference between a topic sentence and a supporting detail?
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A topic sentence states the main idea of a paragraph, while supporting details provide evidence or examples that elaborate on that idea.
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