Body Paragraphs

The first sentence in a strong body paragraph is...

• Example

• Topic Sentence

• Explanation

• Concluding Statement

A topic sentence introduces the reader to the main point in your body paragraph.

• True

• False

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

Writing Directions: Your school wants to take you on a field trip. Write a letter to your principal that gives your opinion on what field trip you should go on and why.

What will be the topic of your body paragraph?

• Your school

• Why you hate field trips

• Your field trip choice

• The best field trip you've ever been on

Tags

CCSS.W.5.1A

CCSS.W.5.1B

CCSS.W.5.1C

CCSS.W.5.1D

CCSS.W.5.4

A strong body paragraph includes a topic sentence, reasons, examples, and a concluding sentence.

• True

• False

What is the purpose of the concluding sentence in your body paragraph?

• It is the last sentence

• Gives an example of your main point

• Introduces the reader to your main point

• Summarizes the main point in your body paragraph

Your reasons and examples in your body paragraph should connect to your topic sentence.

• True

• False

Brownies are the best dessert for many reasons. One reason I think brownies are the best is because they can be eaten on the go. Sometimes I want something sweet but I have to drive to work. I can take brownies anywhere with me so I can enjoy a sweet treat.

What is the main point in this body paragraph?

• Brownies are the best dessert because they can be eaten on-the-go

• Brownies should be eaten by everyone

• Why brownies are delicious

• How I enjoy sweet treats

A topic sentence should be the first sentence of a body paragraph.

• true
• false

Your body paragraph must include examples/evidence because

• you have to entertain your readers

• you have to prove that your claim/topic sentence is true

• you have to add more sentences to make a complete paragraph

Which is the correct order for a body paragraph?

• example/evidence, topic sentence, explanation, closing sentence

• explanation, example/evidence, topic sentence, transition

• topic sentence, example/evidence, explanation, closing sentence

• topic sentence, example/evidence, explanation, counterargument