Topic Sentences

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What is a topic sentence?

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A topic sentence is the main sentence in a paragraph that tells what the paragraph is about.

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Where is the topic sentence usually found in a paragraph?

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The topic sentence is usually found at the beginning of a paragraph.

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What type of topic sentence is this: 'Chocolate chip cookies can be made in several different ways.'?

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Power Number.

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Which of these is a strong topic sentence? 'Snoop Dogg, a popular rapper who also became a game show host and actor, has proven himself to be versatile and multi-talented over the years.'

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This is a strong topic sentence because it gives a clear idea of what the paragraph will discuss.

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What type of topic sentence is this: 'Chocolate chip cookies, invented by an American woman, are one of the most popular cookies in the world.'?

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Two Nouns/Two Commas.

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What is the purpose of a topic sentence?

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The purpose of a topic sentence is to introduce the main idea of the paragraph.

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What is an example of a list statement topic sentence?

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An example of a list statement topic sentence is: 'There are many reasons why dogs make great pets: they are loyal, friendly, and protective.'

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What does a 'Power Number' topic sentence indicate?

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A 'Power Number' topic sentence indicates that the paragraph will discuss several points or examples.

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What is an 'Attention Getter' topic sentence?

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An 'Attention Getter' topic sentence is designed to grab the reader's attention, often by presenting an interesting fact or question.

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What is a common mistake when writing topic sentences?

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A common mistake is making the topic sentence too broad or too vague.