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How To Write An Effective Paragraph
How To Write An Effective Paragraph
How To Write An Effective Paragraph
Elements of a paragraph:
Topic sentence.
Supporting details.
Concluding sentence.
Topic sentence: A sentence that express the main idea of a paragraph is called topic
sentence. The topic sentence is usually first, but could be in any position in a Paragraph. A topic
sentence is usually more general than the other sentences that is, it talks about many things
and looks at a big picture.
Supporting details: Sentence that explain or support the topic sentence is called supporting
details. The are three to four sentences.
Concluding sentence: This is the last sentence of a paragraph. This sentence close the
discussion. This sentence also provide the thematic expression of the paragraph.
Example: The doctor is a person who looks after the sick people and prescribes medicines so
that the patient recovers fast. In order to become a doctor, a person has to study medicine.
Doctors lead a hard life. Their life is very busy. They get up early in the morning and go to the
hospital. They work without taking a break. They always remain polite so that patients feel
comfortable with them. Since doctors work so hard we must realize their value.