Basic Component 1 2 3
Sentence
Paragraph Essay
Sentence
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Phrases Clauses
Paragraph
Paragraph
A paragraph is a basic unit of organization in writing in which a group of related sentences develops one main idea.
Paragraph
A paragraph is a sequence of sentences that cooperate in supporting one main idea.
Topic Sentence
Supporting Sentence
Concluding Sentence
Topic Sentence
State the main idea, and limit the scope controlling idea
English is important in international business. (main idea) (controlling idea) Neither too specific nor too general.
Topic Sentence(2)
Is a statement about the limited topic: If it hadnt been for football, I might never have taken school seriously.
is a complete sentence. its not a title football and my school
Topic Sentence(3)
A good topic sentence should capture readers interest and explain what the paragraph is about.
Supporting Sentences
Developing the topic sentence by giving examples, facts, reasons, and statistics
Describing scene (what is happening?)
Sense Details
Specific details that refer to the five senses convey ideas vividly sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch.
The dean is in a bad mood. The dean is mumbling as he rushes past us in the hall and doesnt even nod when we greet him.
Example
Essay
Essay
Introduction Body
Conclusion
Introduction
1. Holding readers interest
2. Background 3. Thesis Statement, at the end
Thesis Statement
Tell the readers a main idea, set the scene for a story, or take a stand on a controversial issue.
Nowadays, people stay at home for many of their business and entertainment activities.
Body
1. Explain, prove, describe, develop Thesis Statement
2. Topic sentence and supporting sentences
Conclusion
1. Summary
2. Importance and significance
Essay Summary
Thesis statement
Topic sentence Supporting sentences
Conclusion
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