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Paragraph Writing

Paragraph Writing. indent. Paragraphs. Form. Most paragraphs contain between five to ten sentences. The first line of a paragraph is usually indented (begin a few spaces to the right of the margin) to show that there is a new paragraph.

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Paragraph Writing

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  1. Paragraph Writing

  2. indent Paragraphs Form Most paragraphs contain between five to ten sentences. The first line of a paragraph is usually indented (begin a few spaces to the right of the margin) to show that there is a new paragraph. ________________________ . ____________________. _____________________. _________________________. ____________________________. ____________________. ______________________. ______________________________.

  3. Key Features Every paragraphs should have the following features… • A Topic Sentence • Supporting Sentences • A Concluding Sentence • Unity

  4. Decide which of the following is a strong paragraph. If the sentences make a weak paragraph, state one or more of these reasons: I need to buy a motorcycle. With a motorcycle, I could get to my job more quickly. It takes two hours to get to work by train. That's very slow. A motorcycle is much faster. If I had a motorcycle, I could save a lot of time. Taking the train is not fast enough for me. • The sentences are not all about the same topic. • There are not enough sentences. • There is no topic sentence. • Some sentences say the same thing.

  5. Decide which of the following is a strong paragraph. If the sentences make a weak paragraph, state one or more of these reasons: First, insert a blank CD into the computer. Then, select the song list that you want to copy. You will see a button that says, "Click here to burn." Click on that button. Then just wait for a few minutes. That's all. • The sentences are not all about the same topic. • There are not enough sentences. • There is no topic sentence. • Some sentences say the same thing.

  6. Decide which of the following is a strong paragraph. If the sentences make a weak paragraph, state one or more of these reasons: When I need a good place to study, I go to the library. It's always quiet there, so I can concentrate. It's easy to find the books I need, and I can search for information on the internet because there are several computers. The other people in the library are also reading or working, so the mood is good for studying. To sum up, I study better and faster in the library than in any other place. • The sentences are not all about the same topic. • There are not enough sentences. • There is no topic sentence. • Some sentences say the same thing.

  7. Decide which of the following is a strong paragraph. If the sentences make a weak paragraph, state one or more of these reasons: Cell phones are very popular. They are really convenient. They're small and light. • The sentences are not all about the same topic. • There are not enough sentences. • There is no topic sentence. • Some sentences say the same thing.

  8. Sports instructor is a good part-time job. You can enjoy your favourite activity and earn money at the same time. Some other jobs pay better. You can also volunteer as an instructor. I had a difficult time learning to swim because my instructor wasn't very good. My tennis instructor was much better. If you get a lot of experience as a sports instructor, you can get a job at a gym or as a couch in the future. • The sentences are not all about the same topic. • There are not enough sentences. • There is no topic sentence. • Some sentences say the same thing.

  9. Complete the following paragraph with supporting sentences: A university is very different from a secondary school. First, university professors talk a great deal and give long homework assignments. However, school teachers depend on class discussion and short homework. Second, __________________________ __________________________________________ _______________________. Third, _____________ __________________________________________________________. To conclude, while university is quite different from a school, both of them are important places for learning, social interaction, personal growth.

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