Topic Sentences from Prompts
Learning Objective
I can write a clear topic sentence that addresses a writing prompt.
Key Concepts
A topic sentence tells readers what a paragraph is about and why it matters.
When writing a topic sentence, consider what the paragraph is about, why it matters, and which of the five Ws to include.
A strong topic sentence includes both the topic of the paragraph and its relevance to the reader.
Practice Questions
This lesson includes 3 practice questions to reinforce learning.
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1. What are the two key pieces of information a strong topic sentence provides to the reader?
2. Which of the following topic sentences best introduces a paragraph about the benefits of exercise?
3. Imagine you are writing a paragraph about the importance of teamwork in a school project. Write a topic sentence that includes both the main idea and its relevance.
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