5.4.2.2 - Topic Sentences
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Practice Questions
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What is a topic sentence?
💡 Hint: Think about the role of the first sentence in a paragraph.
Why are topic sentences important?
💡 Hint: Consider how they influence reader understanding.
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What is the primary purpose of a topic sentence?
💡 Hint: Think about what controls the direction of a paragraph.
True or False: A topic sentence can be completely irrelevant to the thesis.
💡 Hint: Ask if it supports the main argument of the essay.
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Analyze the following paragraph and identify the topic sentence: 'Despite the challenges they faced, many artists thrived during the Renaissance. Their works reflected a new approach to life and the natural world, inspiring future generations.'
💡 Hint: Identify the sentence that encapsulates the main idea.
Construct a topic sentence for a paragraph that discusses the theme of isolation in a specific novel, ensuring it ties back to a potential thesis on societal roles.
💡 Hint: Remember to directly relate it to societal roles in your thesis.
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