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English 18 Public

How to use paragraphs

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What is a topic sentence?

The sentence which outlines the goal of the text.

What are supporting sentences?

Sentences used to support the topic sentence

Where can you find a Topic sentence?

At the beginning of a paragraph

True or False: Conclusions can be made all through the paragraph.

False. It should be at the end

What type of sentence is this: "Many students in Y10 encounter difficulties in the core subjects of their IGCSE"

Topic sentence

What type of phrases are these: All in all; In summary; What this study reveals.

Conclusion starters

Name 3 examples of connectives

Firstly; Moreover; Furthermore; Alternatively

What are the three parts of a paragraph?

(1) topic sentence (2) body sentences (3) conclusion sentence

What should you write to support the supporting sentences?

Evidence and examples

When should you start a new paragraph?

- to change focus or switch to a new topic or perspective - to signal change in time - to indicate change of scene/place - when a new person is speaking

What is the purpose of the 2 topic sentences highlighted?

(1) opening paragraph establishes writer's view/perspective (2) second paragraph switches to different viewpoint

What is the purpose of the first paragraph?

The third paragraph gives a personal example of a cruise.

What is the purpose of the second paragraph?

The fourth paragraph tells the reader about the relief the writer felt when the cruise ended.

What 'change' is signaled by the first topic sentence?

The topic sentence in the third paragraph signals the introduction of evidence to support the viewpoint.

What 'change' is signaled by the second topic sentence?

The topic sentence in the fourth paragraph signals a change in time.

State 2 purposes of the introductory/opening paragraph?

- to explore a subject - to argue a POV - to give background info, set the scene - as a hook