How do you write a topic sentence for a body paragraph?

The topic sentence should identify the main idea and point of the paragraph. To choose an appropriate topic sentence, read the paragraph and think about its main idea and point. The supporting details in the paragraph (the sentences other than the topic sentence) will develop or explain the topic sentence.

What is a topic for an essay?

A topic—From the Greek, “place”—is a particular issue or idea that serves as the subject of a paragraph, essay, report, or speech. The primary topic of a paragraph may be expressed in a topic sentence. The main topic of an essay, report, or speech may be expressed in a thesis sentence.

How do you start off a paragraph?

The First Paragraph: The IntroductionDescribe your main idea, or what the essay is about, in one sentence. Develop a thesis statement, or what you want to say about the main idea. List three points or arguments that support your thesis in order of importance (one sentence for each).

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