Crafting Effective Report Subtopics

This video tutorial is part four of a series on writing information reports. It focuses on the main content of the report, specifically the subtopic paragraphs. The video explains how to structure these paragraphs using a statement, explanation, and example. An example is provided using the green anaconda to illustrate how to include scientific facts and interesting information. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of including three subtopics in a report and provides guidance on writing a conclusion. Viewers are encouraged to watch the next part of the series for further learning.

What is the main focus of the subtopic paragraphs in an information report?

• To introduce the topic

• To share detailed information

• To list references

• To conclude the report

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What should a statement in a subtopic paragraph do?

• Provide a detailed explanation

• Give an example

• Summarize the entire report

• State exactly what the paragraph is about

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How many sentences should an explanation in a subtopic paragraph typically have?

• Four to five

• Two to three

• One

• Six to seven

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What is the purpose of an example in a subtopic paragraph?

• To conclude the paragraph

• To list references

• To back up the explanation

• To introduce a new topic

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What is the subheading for the first subtopic in the example provided?

• Amazon Basin

• Biggest Snakes

• Boa Family

• Green Anaconda

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What is the statement used in the green anaconda example?

• The green anaconda is found in the Amazon and Orinoco basins.

• The green anaconda is a member of the boa family.

• Known to be the biggest snake in the world, a green anaconda slithers to the top of our list.

• The green anaconda can reach up to 20 to 30 feet long.

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What is the weight of a green anaconda as mentioned in the explanation?

• 200 pounds

• 750 pounds

• 350 pounds

• 550 pounds

What is the length range of a green anaconda?

• 10 to 20 feet

• 15 to 25 feet

• 20 to 30 feet

• 25 to 35 feet

What large animal is mentioned as part of the green anaconda's diet?

• Elephant

• Giraffe

• Lion

• Jaguar

What should you include in your subtopic paragraphs according to the final tips?

• Statement, explanation, example, scientific facts, interesting information, and formal words

• Introduction, body, conclusion, references

• Questions, answers, discussion, summary

• Title, abstract, methodology, results

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