Connecting paragraphs

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What is a paragraph?

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A paragraph is a group of sentences that talk about one main idea.

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How do paragraphs connect in a text?

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Paragraphs connect by sharing related ideas and supporting the main topic.

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What does it mean to describe something?

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To describe something means to give details about it so others can understand.

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What is a topic sentence?

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

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What is a supporting detail?

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Supporting details are sentences that give more information about the main idea.

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How can you tell if two sentences are connected?

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Two sentences are connected if they share a common idea or theme.

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What is the purpose of a conclusion in a paragraph?

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The conclusion wraps up the main idea and gives a final thought.

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What does it mean to summarize?

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To summarize means to give a brief statement of the main points.

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What is a transition word?

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A transition word helps to connect ideas between sentences or paragraphs.

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Why is it important to connect paragraphs?

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Connecting paragraphs helps readers understand how ideas relate to each other.