Paragraph Writing

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What is a paragraph?

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A paragraph is a group of sentences that are about the same topic.

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What is the purpose of a closing sentence in a paragraph?

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The closing sentence can restate the main idea or summarize all the ideas in the paragraph.

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True or false: The closing sentence of a paragraph should be the same as the topic sentence.

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False

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What is the correct order for writing a paragraph?

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The correct order is: topic sentence, detail sentences, closing sentence.

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What is a topic sentence?

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A topic sentence is the first sentence of a paragraph that states the main idea.

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What is a detail sentence?

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Detail sentences provide support and information related to the main idea presented in the topic sentence.

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What is a closing sentence?

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A closing sentence wraps up the paragraph and reinforces the main idea.

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What is a summary?

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A summary is a brief restatement of the main points or ideas in a paragraph.

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What phrase is best to start a closing sentence?

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In conclusion.

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What is the role of transitions in paragraph writing?

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Transitions help connect ideas and guide the reader through the paragraph.