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Exercise Paragraph Class 3

This document provides examples and exercises on writing paragraphs, including identifying topic sentences, supporting sentences, and concluding sentences. It discusses how the topic sentence states the main idea and introduces the topic. Supporting sentences add details to develop the main idea. Some paragraphs conclude with a sentence that restates the main point. Examples are provided and the reader is asked to identify different sentence types within paragraphs and write their own topic, supporting and concluding sentences.

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Exercise Paragraph Class 3

This document provides examples and exercises on writing paragraphs, including identifying topic sentences, supporting sentences, and concluding sentences. It discusses how the topic sentence states the main idea and introduces the topic. Supporting sentences add details to develop the main idea. Some paragraphs conclude with a sentence that restates the main point. Examples are provided and the reader is asked to identify different sentence types within paragraphs and write their own topic, supporting and concluding sentences.

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EXERCISES ON PARAGRAPH WRITING

Members
Alejandra Hernández Lozano
Sofía Gómez
Isabella Muñoz
María Paula Montoya

A) TOPIC SENTENCES

The topic sentence is the most important sentence of a paragraph. It states the
main idea and introduces the reader to the topic.

1. CHOOSING TOPIC SENTENCES

Choose the best topic sentence for each group of supporting sentences. Write it on the
line provided.

Example: ___________b_____________. I usually go skiing every weekend in the winter


even though it is expensive. I love the feeling of flying down a mountain. The views
are beautiful from the top of a mountain and along the trails. Even the danger of falling
and getting hurt can’t keep me away from the slopes on a winter day.
a) Skiing is expensive.
b) Skiing is my favourite sport.
c) Skiing is dangerous.

1.) _________________________________________________. North Americans send


cards for many occasions. They send cards to family and friends on birthdays and
holidays. They also send thank-you cards, get well cards, graduation cards, and
congratulation cards. It is very common to buy cards in stores and send them through
the mail, but turning on the computer and sending cards over the Internet is also
popular.
a) Sending cards is very popular in North America.
b) Birthday cards are the most popular kind of card.
c) It is important to send thank-you cards.
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2.) _____________________________________________ . I enjoy summer sports like
water skiing and baseball. The weather is usually sunny and hot, so I can go to
the beach almost every day. Gardening is my hobby and I spend many summer
days working in my garden. Unfortunately, the days pass too quickly in summer.
a) I like to garden in summer.
b) Summer is my favorite season.
c) Summer is too short.

3.) ________________________________________ . First of all, we need money to


repair old roads and build new roads. We also need more to pay public workers’
salaries and to pay for services such as trash collection. Finally, more tax money is
needed to give financial help to the poor citizens of the city. It is clear that the city
will have serious problems if taxes are not raised soon.
a) We should raise city taxes.
b) City taxes are too high.
c) City taxes pay for new roads.

4.) _________________________________________ . For example, a person can have


breakfast in New York, board an airplane, and have dinner in Paris. A businesswoman
in London can instantly place an order with a factory in Hong Kong by sending a fax.
Furthermore, a schoolboy in Tokyo can turn on a TV and watch a baseball game being
played in Los Angeles.
a) Airplanes have changed our lives.
b) Advances in technology have made the world seem smaller.
c) The fax machine was an important invention.

5.) ___________________________________________ . One thing you must consider is


the quality of the university’s educational program. You also need to think about
the school’s size and location. Finally, you must be sure to consider the university’s
tuition to make sure you can afford to go to school there.
a) It is expensive to attend a university in the United States.
b) There are several factors to consider when you choose a university to attend.
c) You should consider getting a good education.

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2. WRITING A TOPIC SENTENCE

Write a topic sentence for each paragraph. Make sure your topic sentence expresses
the main idea of the paragraph.

Example: Miami is the perfect place to take a vacation. It is always sunny and warm.
The beaches are gorgeous, with soft white sand and beautiful water. There are many fine
restaurants in the Miami area, and most of the hotels offer terrific entertainment nightly.
It’s no wonder that Miami is my first choice for a vacation destination.

1.) Paul enjoys hobbies


_________________________________________________ . He has
collected stamps and coins ever since he was a child. He is very proud of his
valuable collections. Paul also enjoys painting and drawing. Recently he has
become interested in gardening. Out of all his hobbies, Paul’s favorite one is
reading. He usually reads at least one book every week. Paul keeps busy with
all of his hobbies.
2.) My mother cooks delicious
_________________________________________________ . I can’t wait to
come home from school and eat the delicious meals she has prepared. She is
famous for her desserts like peach pie and chocolate soufflé. She is always
experimenting with new recipes and trying different ingredients. No one in
the world can cook the way my mother does.
3.) My car doesn’t work in cold weather
_________________________________________________ . It never starts in
cold weather. The horn and the left turn signal don’t work properly. Worst
of all, the radio only gets one station and the CD player is completely
broken. I wish I could get a new car.
4.) I really love my job
__________________________________________________ . First and most
importantly, the work is very interesting. I learn new things every day and I get
to travel a lot. In addition, my boss is very nice. She is always willing to help
me when I have a problem. I have also made many new friends at my job. Last,
but not least, the salary is fantastic.
5.) My vacations was horrible
____________________________________________________ . To start
things off, my plane was six hours late. When I finally got to my hotel, I was
very disappointed. It was small and dirty. On the third day, my wallet was
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stolen, and I lost all my credit cards. It rained very day except one, and on
that day I got a terrible sunburn. All in all, it wasn’t a vacation to remember.

B) SUPPORTING SENTENCES

The supporting sentences develop the main idea in the topic sentence.
They add details to the topic.

3. RECOGNIZING SUPPORTING SENTENCES

Read the following paragraphs and underline the supporting sentences.

1.) Use of the internet has grown very quickly. In 1983, there were 562 computers
connected to the Internet. By the turn of the century, there were 72.3 million
computers in 247 countries on-line. Experts say that the Internet is now
growing at a rate of approximately 40 percent a year. As time goes on, the
Internet is becoming more and more popular.

2.) There are many reasons I hate my apartment. The plumbing doesn’t work
properly and the landlord refuses to fix it. I also have noisy neighbors who
keep me up all night. Furthermore, there are so many bugs in my apartment
that I could start an insect collection. I really want to move.

3.) Vegetables and fruits are an important part of a healthy diet. First, fruits and
vegetables are packed with the vitamins and minerals you need to keep your
body functioning smoothly. In addition, they give you the carbohydrates you
need for energy. Fruits and vegetables have lots of fiber to help your
digestive system work properly. Finally, many scientists believe that the
nutrients in fruits and vegetables can help fight diseases. If you eat a diet rich
in fruits and vegetables, you’ll be on the road to better health.
C) CONCLUDING SENTENCES

Some paragraphs end with a concluding sentence. This sentence states


the main idea of the paragraph again using different words. It
summarizes the main points of the paragraph, or makes a final comment
on the topic.
Concluding sentences are not always necessary. In fact, short paragraphs that
are part of longer pieces of writing often do not have concluding sentences.

5. WRITING CONCLUDING SENTENCES

Write a concluding sentence for each paragraph.

1.) There are many reasons why I like wearing a uniform to school. First of all, it
saves time. I don’t have to spend time picking out my clothes every morning.
Wearing a uniform also saves money. It’s cheaper to purchase a new uniform
than to go out and buy lots of school clothes. In addition, I don’t have the
pressure of keeping up with the latest styles. Most importantly, wearing a school
uniform gives me a sense that I belong. I really think that it adds to the feeling of
school spirit and community. I have to say that the uniform is very important to
me.
2.) There are many reasons why I am against wearing a school uniform. For one thing,
I don’t like they style of the uniform. The navy blazer and plaid skirt are too
conservative for me. Secondly, the uniform isn’t comfortable. I prefer to wear
baggy pants and a sweater instead of a skirt and a jacket. Finally, I want the
freedom to express my individuality through my style of dressing.
In conclusion, there are many reasons I don’t like school uniform.
3.) Credit cards have a lot of advantages. First of all, credit cards are convenient
because you don’t have to carry a lot of cash around. You can buy the products
and services you need even if you do not have cash in your pocket. In addition,
credit cards are very helpful in emergencies. Finally, you can become a better
money manager as you learn to use credit cards responsibly.
That’s why I love the diverse functions of credit cards.

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