PARAGRAPH ORGANISATION A. Topic sentence The topic sentence is the most important sentence in a paragraph because it contains the main idea of the paragraph. The topic sentence is usually the first sentence in the paragraph. It tells the topic sentence has two parts: the topic and the controlling idea. The topic is the subject of your paragraph. e.g. Cigarette smoking is harmful for heart and lungs. Topic: cigarette smoking Exercise 1: Circle the topics in these sentences. Fast food
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1.) What is a paragraph? Etymology: From the greek word paragraphos which means‚ line used to mark change of persons in a dialogue‚ from paragraphein to write alongside‚ from para- + graphein to write. * A Paragraph is a distinct section of a piece of writing‚ usually dealing with a single theme and indicated by a new line‚ indentation‚ or numbering. * A collection of related sentences dealing with one topic. 2.) What is overloaded paragraphing? * Overloaded paragraphing
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Classification of Paragraph The purpose of a classification paragraph is to clearly define something and place it in a group according to some basis or rule so that it only fits in one group. In order to be successful at this you have to be very detailed. The same information can be classified into more than one category‚ but the classification paragraph sticks to one basis of classification. The topic sentence has two parts: the topic‚ and the basis of classification‚ which is the controlling
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Paragraphs 1. Are paragraphs really necessary? Task 1 Read through the following un-paragraphed text entitled ’Coping with examination stress’ in Macqueen‚ C (1998) Getting Ahead in Tertiary Study: A Practical Guide for Business‚ Social Science and Arts Students Sydney: UNSW Press p.4 Examination stress is most effectively managed through good preparation. If you allocate your preparation time so that you also maintain a healthy lifestyle‚ then your stress levels should be minimal. Remember
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CHARACTERISTICS OF A PARAGRAPH Unity in paragraph Unity in the paragraph means oneness of idea. A good paragraph possesses unity when all the sentences develop the main idea. Unity in the paragraph is achieved by the use of (1) a topic sentence with its controlling idea (2) supporting details‚ and (3) a clinching sentence. Coherence in the paragraph The word "coherence" derived from "cohere" literally means "to hold together". If the sentences in the paragraph should relate to the topic
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Types of Paragraphs Types of Paragraphs There are three main types of paragraphs: 1. Narrative 2. Descriptive 3. Expository The Narrative Paragraph This type of paragraph describes one primary topic and narrates or tells its story This topic usually involves one main event‚ adventure‚ scene‚ or happening. Tips for Writing a Narrative Paragraph: 1. Start with a topic sentence that grabs the reader’s attention. 2. Write events in the order in which they occurred. 3. Use plenty of interesting
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Week 1-Individual Paragraph Writing Purpose‚ audience‚ tone‚ and content all work with each other and should be used when writing academically to get the best writing possible. The purpose of the paragraph is why the writer is writing the paragraph in the first place. The writer is sharing their ideas‚ stories‚ experiences‚ information‚ and the purpose for writing. If there was no purpose of the paragraph‚ the writer would not need to write it. The audience is an individual or a group of people
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Garcellano BSCE-2A What is a paragraph? A paragraph is a group of sentences that are all about one specific idea. It should begin with a topic sentence‚ that is‚ a sentence which addresses the subject of the paragraph. The other sentences in the paragraph should supply information that helps to explain the topic. How long should a paragraph be? There is no set length for a paragraph‚ but‚ generally‚ three full sentences are considered
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Hannah Marie Mrs. Fisher English 2 PreAp-8 October 21‚ 2013 First Dates Palms sweating‚ blood rushing‚ heart thumping‚ pressure to be perfect- all stemming from a tiny little crush. A first date is a milestone in a teenager’s life‚ and could make a big impact on how the rest of their dating life comes to be; but sometimes they don’t always go as hoped for. The personalities of two people ultimately determines on how a first date goes. Common personalities of first date participants consist
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Paragraph Writing Write a 150 to 200 word paragraph describing the steps of your current writing approach. For example‚ how do you approach writing an assignment for a class? In addition‚ outline the ways your process differs from or is similar to the writing process outlined in your texts. This paragraph should follow the structure of an effective paragraph. Underline the topic sentence and bold the concluding sentence in the paragraph. Use complete sentences. Post your assignment‚ Review
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