English 1301: Topic Sentence
The topic sentence connects back to the _____.
Thesis
What does the topic sentence do?
•allows reader to know main idea in paragraph •helps writer stay focused on topic •transitions from one idea to the next •allows essay to flow from topic to topic (coherent/logical)
What makes a strong topic sentence?
•keywords •phrases from the thesis •clear/concise
What should a topic sentence AVOID?
•quotes •facts •specific examples •questions •personal pronouns •unclear/ non precise •include reasons that weren't discussed
What happens after the topic sentence?
•specific examples •commentary (opinions) •connects back to thesis
The topic sentence is a _____.
Mini thesis
A topic sentence is like a _____.
Burger
Without a topic sentence your paragraph will lack _____ and _____.
Commentary, cohesivness
What is the topic sentences' purpose?
Tells what the paragraph is about and organizes it
Topic Sentence
The first sentence in the body paragraph; states opinions on how it's proves/connects to thesis
Where does the topic sentence come from?
The reasons stated in thesis
_____ + _____ = topic sentence
Topic (reason), Controlling Ideas
Topic/Reason
What you're writing about
Controlling Ideas
Why/how does your topic prove your position