paragraph structure
what sets the stage for your paragraph? (Beginning).
a topic sentence OR hook.
what is a topic sentence?
a sentence that states the main idea, point, or argument to be discussed.
what are supporting detail?
several sentences that support the topic sentence/main idea of your paragraph.
true OR false: Evidence backs up your claims and makes your writing more convincing.
true.
what is a transition sentence?
a sentence that smoothly connects one idea with the next one.
what is the average amount of sentences you should have in your paragraph?
8-10 sentences on average.
what else can topic sentences be used in besides paragraphs?
essays, and longer pieces of writing.
their are two types of supporting details. what are they?
evidence and analysis.
after showing evidence, what must you provide afterword to support your writing?
your analysis.
what can transitions help with in your writing?
they help understand the relationship between the current paragraph and the upcoming one.
after your hook/introduction, what part of the paragraph follows?
multiple sentences supporting your previous details. (topic/introduction sentences).
topic sentences support a crucial role in paragraphs, that being?
the thesis statement.
when you include these types of details in your writing, what will you have?
A fully developed paragraph/a paragraph that expresses your ideas in a way that readers will understand.
list three of the different types of evidence, (there is seven in total).
statistics, expert opinions, anecdotes, case studies, research studies, historical, evidence, logical reasoning.
true OR false: is the final sentence of an essay a transition?
true.