Definition
The topic sentence tells the readers the _______ idea of a _________.
Main Idea
Paragraph
A topic sentence usually comes at the beginning of a paragraph.
True
Recess is important to have during the school day. Kids need a break from instruction. Exercise is important and can help learning. Kids need time to play with friends. Schools should make sure kids have recess time!
Recess is important to have during the school day.
Topic. My favorite food
Answers may vary. Example: Pizza is my favorite food
5
A paragraph does not need a topic sentence.
False
Making a fried egg is very easy. First, you need a pan to cook them in. Then, you turn the stove top on. Next, you should put a little oil or butter in the pan to keep them from sticking. Finally, you crack them egg into the pan. Fried eggs are an easy and tasty meal or snack to make.
Making a fried egg is very easy.
Details:
We made snowmen. We played all day and even had a snowball fight! Dad made hot chocolate for us to drink. Tomorrow we will go back to school.
Answers may vary. Ex: Today was a snow day. School was canceled because it snowed.
The topic sentence might answer questions like how, why, and ________.
where
A topic sentence shares the main idea of a paragraph.
True
Boom! The firework show was amazing! There were so many beautiful colors. Fun music played while they went off. Some of the fireworks made pictures in the sky. It was a fun day, and the firework show was the perfect end.
The firework show was amazing!
Details:
First, we get to eat free candy. Second, I can dress up as something fun. Last, we get to stay up a little later than we usually do!