Lesson 9: Write a paragraph

What is the first sentence in a paragraph?

• The first sentence in a paragraph is the topic sentence.
• The last sentence in a paragraph
• The longest sentence in a paragraph
• A random sentence in a paragraph

What is the role of the topic sentence?

• To conclude the paragraph
• To introduce the main idea of the paragraph
• To provide supporting details
• To summarize the main points

The topic sentence conveys a message to your reader about...

• what you will write and why you are writing your paragraph 

• the number of words in the paragraph
• the author's favorite color
• the font size and style of the text

What is "coherence" in writing?

• Using complex and confusing language
• Randomly placing ideas without any connection
• Logical and consistent connection between ideas and paragraphs
• Repeating the same idea multiple times

What is "cohesion" in writing?

• The act of writing with a pencil
• The use of punctuation in writing
• The process of brainstorming ideas for writing
• Quality of unity and connection within a piece of writing

How do you create unity in writing?

• By using random and unrelated ideas
• By including contradictory information
• By ensuring that all the elements in the writing work together cohesively

• By using different writing styles in the same piece

How many lines of original content do you need to include for each quoted material to avoid plagiarism?

• 1-2 lines
• 5-6 lines
• 2-3 lines

• 10-12 lines

What is the "clincher"?

• The clincher is a type of fishing lure used to catch trout.
• The clincher is the final statement or conclusion that leaves a lasting impression on the reader.
• The clincher is a type of dessert popular in France.
• The clincher is a type of medical tool used in surgery.

What should be included in your concluding sentence?

• A question for the reader to ponder
• A restatement of the main points, a final thought/reflection and relate to the reader

• A new topic unrelated to the main points
• A summary of the introduction

What are the best "clinchers"?

• Strong and compelling arguments or points
• Weak and unconvincing arguments
• Random and irrelevant points
• Long and boring explanations