Topic Sentences and Supporting Details
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English
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6th Grade
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Practice Problem
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Hard
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a topic sentence?
Back
A topic sentence is a sentence that expresses the main idea of a paragraph.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What do supporting details do?
Back
Supporting details provide evidence or examples that explain or reinforce the main idea presented in the topic sentence.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How can you identify a topic sentence in a paragraph?
Back
Look for a sentence that summarizes the main idea or theme of the paragraph, often found at the beginning.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the purpose of a topic sentence?
Back
The purpose of a topic sentence is to inform the reader about the main idea of the paragraph.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an example of a topic sentence?
Back
"Dogs are great pets because they are loyal and friendly."
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the relationship between a topic sentence and supporting details?
Back
The topic sentence states the main idea, while supporting details elaborate on that idea with examples or explanations.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What question helps in writing a topic sentence?
Back
"What is the main thing I want to say about the topic?"
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