Introduction Sentence
*What is the purpose of an introduction/topic sentence?
a. introduces the reader to all the details in the paragraph, or paper
b. introduces, or states, the main idea of a paragraph, or paper
b. informs the reader of the conclusion paragraph
An introduction/topic sentence introduces, or states the main idea of a paragraph, or paper.
*When talking about informative writing, what do supporting details tell the reader?
a. what to think about a subject
b. how to come up with a topic to write about
c. specific details about the main idea
Supporting details inform the reader of specific details about the main idea.
*True or False
Transition words and phrases are used to link sentences, paragraphs and ideas together smoothly.
True
Transition words and phrases are used to link sentences, paragraphs, and ideas together smoothly.
Certanly, Niagara Falls is one of the most beautiful sights in North America, this beautiful landmark is shared by two countries. Niagara Falls is on the American and Canadian border. It is on the Niagra River about halfway between Lake Ontario and Lake Erie. The American Falls is 167 feet high.On the Canadian side, the Horseshoe Falls is 161 feet high. The Erie Canal was a huge accomplishment in its time.
*What is the introduction sentence of the paragraph?
Certanly, Niagara Falls is one of the most beautiful sights in North America, this beautiful landmark is shared by two countries.
Kangaroos protect themselves in many ways. If a kangaroo senses danger, they will bang their tail on the ground to warn the others.A new born joey is only the size of your thumb.
*What is the supporting detail of the paragraph?
If a kangaroo senses danger, they will bang their tail on the ground to warn the others.
*Which of the following is a transition?
a. To sum it up
b. We ought to
c. Come along
To sum it up
First of all, the Statue of Liberty was a gift of friendship from France, this magnificient lady was once thought of as new hope. The Statue of Liberty is a 151 foot statue of a woman who welcomed thousands of people who entered the United States. This enormous statue is located on an island in New York Harbor. It has become a universal symbol of freedom and is visited by thousands of people each year.
*What is the introduction sentence of the paragraph?
First of all, the Statue of Liberty was a gift of friendship from France, this magnificient lady was once thought of as new hope.
Kangaroos are strange looking animals. Some kangaroos act as guards to protect the mob. They have small front legs and huge hind legs with great big feet.
*What is the supporting detail in the paragraph?
They have small front legs and huge hind legs with great big feet.
*Which of the following is a transition?
a. why not me
b. however
c. believe me
however
Baby kangaroos are refered to as a Joey. Although a Joey lives in their mother's pouch for nine months, when they leave the pouch they know to eat vegetation. Kangaroos eat grasses and leaves, as well as roots. They only like grass that is green and other vegetation close to the ground.
*What is the introduction sentence of the paragraph?
Although a Joey lives in their mother's pouch for nine months, when they leave the pouch they know to eat vegetation.
Kangaroos are mostly night time creatures. Kangaroos have a long powerful tail.They sleep during the day under a shady tree or bush.
*What is the supporting detail in the paragraph?
They sleep during the day under a shady tree or bush.
I feel that our last Student meeting did not go well. In other words, it was a fine mess.
*Name the transition.
In other words
Did you know that there was a song written all about the Eire Canal? Around 1825 the Eire Canal was opened, this east west water route across New York changed the way people moved goods and supplies. The 363 mile canal connected Albany, New York to Lake Erie in Buffalo. For the first time, building supplies and goods could be transported quickly and cheaply across New York State.
*What is the introduction sentence of the paragraph?
Around 1825 the Eire Canal was opened, this east west water route across New York changed the way people moved goods and supplies.
Kangaroos usually have only one baby at a time.Kangaroo babies are called joeys.Kangaroos eat grass and leaves.
*What is the supporting detail of the paragraph?
Kangaroo babies are called joeys.
The play was great, nonetheless, I was sick of seeing it after the fourth time.
*Name the transition.
nonetheless