Cohesive Paragraph Elements and Transitions

The video tutorial teaches how to write a cohesive paragraph, emphasizing three key elements: a single focus, supporting details, and the use of transition words. It provides examples of both non-cohesive and cohesive paragraphs, highlighting the importance of maintaining a single focus and using transition words to connect ideas smoothly. The tutorial concludes with a final example that successfully incorporates all elements of a cohesive paragraph.

What is the first key element of a cohesive paragraph?

• It has multiple key points.

• It is supported by a single detail.

• It has only one key point or focus.

• It uses complex vocabulary.

Which of the following is NOT a key element of a cohesive paragraph?

• Having one key point or focus.

• Being supported by multiple details.

• Including unrelated details.

• Using transition words.

Why is the first example paragraph not cohesive?

• It uses complex vocabulary.

• It has too many transition words.

• It includes details unrelated to the main focus.

• It is too short.

What is the main focus of the second example paragraph?

• The errands Timmy planned.

• The places Timmy went.

• The things Timmy bought.

• The people Timmy met.

What is missing in the second example paragraph to make it cohesive?

• A conclusion.

• Supporting details.

• Transition words.

• A clear topic sentence.

What is the purpose of transition words in a paragraph?

• To confuse the reader.

• To move smoothly between points.

• To add unrelated details.

• To make the paragraph longer.

Which transition word can be used to show the order of ideas?

• However

• First

• Additionally

• Finally

Which transition word is used to add new ideas?

• Finally

• Additionally

• However

• First

In the final example, which transition word indicates a conclusion?

• Also

• First

• Finally

• However

What does the transition word 'however' indicate in a paragraph?

• An additional detail.

• A contrasting idea.

• The start of a paragraph.

• The end of a paragraph.