Topic Sentences
Grade 2 · English Language Arts · Writing · Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
Lesson Summary
A topic sentence tells the reader what a paragraph is going to be about.
Explanation
A topic sentence is usually the first sentence of a paragraph. It tells the main idea so the reader knows what to expect. A good topic sentence is clear and interesting. For example, 'Dogs are wonderful pets' is a good topic sentence because the rest of the paragraph can give reasons why dogs are wonderful. Without a topic sentence, the reader might not understand what the paragraph is about.
Practice Questions
Q1: Which is a better topic sentence: 'I like stuff' or 'Summer is my favorite season'?
Answer: 'Summer is my favorite season' because it is clear and specific.
Q2: Where does a topic sentence usually go in a paragraph?
Answer: At the beginning of the paragraph.
Q3: Write a topic sentence for a paragraph about your favorite food.
Answer: Answers will vary. Example: 'Pizza is my favorite food because it is cheesy and delicious.'
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Topic Sentences is a lesson in the Writing chapter of Grade 2 English Language Arts. It is part of the Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada school curriculum and covers key concepts that students need to understand at this level.
What grade level covers Topic Sentences?+
Topic Sentences is taught in Grade 2 as part of the English Language Arts curriculum in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada.
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