Topic Sentences
Grade 2 · English Language Arts · Writing · Oregon, USA
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 Oregon, USA school curriculum and covers key concepts that students need to understand at this level.
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Topic Sentences is taught in Grade 2 as part of the English Language Arts curriculum in Oregon, USA.
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