Structure of

paragraph
 Paragraph

A paragraph is a unit of writing where thoughts and ideas of a

particular topic or theme are expressed . The purpose of a paragraph
is to express a speaker’s thoughts on a particular topic in a clear way.
Paragraph should evolve around one particular idea. Mixing of
thoughts and ideas is prohibited . A proper structure must be
maintained to make the paragraph perfect .
A good paragraph must have the following

Topic Supporting Concluding

Sentences Sentences Sentences
 1 Topic Sentences
A Sentence that contain the whole topic of the paragraph is the topic
sentence

The qualities of a good topic sentence is that:

Needs to state the one idea of paragraph clearly

The topic sentence should be brought relevant and clear
It will serve as blueprint for the paragraph
 2 supporting sentences
After the topic sentences the other sentence that develop the idea are the
supporting sentences

Supporting sentences can contain :

Facts, Details, Examples, Reasons and Analysis

Direct quotes, Paraphrased information from sources
Statistics data from research
 3 Concluding Sentences
The sentence that draws conclusion to the paragraph is called concluding
sentences

A good concluding sentence must have the ability to :

Summarize the key point and restate the main idea

Explain the significance of the supporting sentences
Unifies paragraph content with topic sentence and thesis statement
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