Basic Paragraph
What is the space before a paragraph starts called? Tells you that a new paragraph is starting.
Indent
What does a Topic Sentence do?
States the main idea of the paragraph
What type of paragraph
Tries to convince the reader of something?
Persuasive
What SIZE of font is used?
12 point
What is the first sentence in a paragraph?
Topic Sentence
What does a Conclusion Sentence do?
Restates the main idea of the paragraph
What type of paragraph
Tells a story or sequence of events?
Narrative
What TYPE of font is used?
Times New Roman
What is the last sentence in a paragraph?
Conclusion sentence
What do the supporting sentences do?
Support the main idea. Give important details about the topic sentence.
What type of paragraph
Describes someone or something?
Descriptive
What should you include in the Running Head?
Your last name and the page number
What are the sentence in between the topic and conclusion sentence called?
Supporting sentences
What should each paragraph start with?
Capital letter and indent.
What type of paragraph
Gives two sides to an argument?
Comparing and Contrasting
Where is the Running Head located?
Top right corner of your page
How many supporting sentences does each paragraph need?
3
What should each sentences start and end with?
Capital and a period.
What type of paragraph
Gives information or instructions about something?
Informative
Where is the Heading located?
Left side of the page below the running head