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The document explains the concept of a topic sentence, which is the first sentence in a paragraph that introduces its main idea. It also describes supporting sentences that follow the topic sentence, providing details and examples to develop the main idea. An example paragraph about Canada illustrates how to effectively use a topic sentence and supporting details.

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The document explains the concept of a topic sentence, which is the first sentence in a paragraph that introduces its main idea. It also describes supporting sentences that follow the topic sentence, providing details and examples to develop the main idea. An example paragraph about Canada illustrates how to effectively use a topic sentence and supporting details.

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Topic Sentence

What is the topic sentence?


The topic sentence is the first sentence in a paragraph.

What does it do?


It introduces the main idea of the paragraph.

How do I write one?


Summarize the main idea of your paragraph. Indicate to the reader what your
paragraph will be about.

Example:

There are three reasons why Canada is one of the best countries in the world.
First, Canada has an excellent health care system. All Canadians have access to
medical services at a reasonable price. Second, Canada has a high standard of
education. Students are taught by well-trained teachers and are encouraged to
continue studying at university. Finally, Canada's cities are clean and efficiently
managed. Canadian cities have many parks and lots of space for people to live.

Supporting Details

What are supporting sentences?


They come after the topic sentence, making up the body of a paragraph.

What do they do?


They give details to develop and support the main idea of the paragraph.

How do I write them?


You should give supporting facts, details, and examples.

Example:

There are three reasons why Canada is one of the best countries in the world. First,
Canada has an excellent health care system. All Canadians have access to
medical services at a reasonable price. Second, Canada has a high standard of
education. Students are taught by well-trained teachers and are encouraged to
continue studying at university. Finally, Canada's cities are clean and
efficiently managed. Canadian cities have many parks and lots of space for
people to live.

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