Topic Sentences

Topic sentences should provide a direction for the paragraph's sentences.

• True

• False

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CCSS.W.5.1A

CCSS.W.5.2A

CCSS.W.5.4

Where are topic sentences usually located within a paragraph?

• last sentence

• in the middle

• first sentence

A topic sentences states the _________________ of a paragraph.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

Avoid writing topic sentences that are:

(More than one answer is possible.)

• too broad

• too narrow

• off topic

• insulting to the reader

• clearly stating the main idea

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CCSS.W.5.1A

CCSS.W.5.2A

CCSS.W.5.4

Which of the following is a well-written topic sentence?

• Many come to experience the rich culture and ocean waves.

• The natural beauty, warm climate, and surrounding waters make it a popular tourist destination.

• The state of Hawaii is a great vacation destination.

• I want to tell you about Hawaii.

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CCSS.W.5.1A

CCSS.W.5.2A

CCSS.W.5.4

Which of the following would be a good topic sentence?

• On Thanksgiving, I ate turkey.

• Thanksgiving is a popular American holiday.

• Families gather.

• This is why Thanksgiving is a popular American holiday.

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CCSS.W.5.1A

CCSS.W.5.2A

Which of the following is a well-written topic sentence?

• My friend traveled to the Dominican Republic in the summer.

• My friend sends money to her family in Chile each month.

• My friend is generous.

• My friend likes cheese pizza.

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CCSS.W.5.1A

CCSS.W.5.2A

CCSS.W.5.4

Which sentence is a quality topic sentence?

• I like to go sled riding on the hill in my backyard.

• Winter is a season that brings me joy.

• These are the reasons I like winter.

• Winter is a season.

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CCSS.W.5.1A

CCSS.W.5.2A

CCSS.W.5.4

They are unable to play with you. It is difficult to know if they like you. They are boring to have around.

Which sentence would make a good topic sentence?

• Goldfish are bad pets.

• I do not like teachers.

• My aunt has two brothers.

• I am thankful for my Xbox.

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CCSS.W.5.1A

CCSS.W.5.2A

What would be a good topic sentence for this paragraph?

First, I made flyers describing my service and prices. Mom and I delivered them to all the houses in our neighborhood. A few days later my neighbors dog was my first customer. The owner thought I did such a nice job that he told all his friends. I've been in business almost a year and I'm so busy. Every Saturday I have about seven dog washing appointments. I hope to save enough money to buy a pet store some day.

• My own business

• Mom helped me with my business.

• Last summer I started my own dog walking business.

• I have lots of dogs to wash on Saturday.

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CCSS.W.5.1A

CCSS.W.5.2A