Comprehension/Summary- Identifying topic sentence in paragraph - SS1 English Lesson Note

A topic sentence is a sentence that states the main idea of a paragraph. It is usually the first sentence in the paragraph, but it can also be the last sentence or somewhere in the middle. The topic sentence helps the reader understand the main point of the paragraph and provides a focus for the rest of the paragraph.

Here are some tips for identifying the topic sentence in a paragraph:

• Read the paragraph carefully. Pay attention to the first sentence, but also look for other sentences that state the main idea of the paragraph.

Think about the purpose of the paragraph. What is the writer trying to say? The topic sentence will usually provide the answer to this question.

Look for sentences that are general in nature. The topic sentence is usually a general statement that can be supported by the details in the rest of the paragraph.

Look for sentences that are supported by evidence. The topic sentence should be supported by evidence from the rest of the paragraph. This evidence can be in the form of facts, examples, or statistics.

Here are some examples of topic sentences: The benefits of exercise are numerous. The history of the United States is complex and fascinating.