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Creating Topic Sentences

Creating Topic Sentences. The Elements of the Topic Sentence. Topic Direction Claim Universal Idea * These elements should seem similar to the thesis components (but now with a twist)!. Step 1: Begin with a solid thesis.

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Creating Topic Sentences

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  1. Creating Topic Sentences

  2. The Elements of the Topic Sentence • Topic • Direction • Claim • Universal Idea * These elements should seem similar to the thesis components (but now with a twist)!

  3. Step 1: Begin with a solid thesis. To prove that success is measured by one’s ability to conquer, not in one’s ability to make peace, adventurous imagery, calculated diction, and a self-important point of view are used in John Smith’s autobiographical account—a testimony of “his own example, good words, and fair promises.”

  4. Step 2: Borrow the “Topics” from Thesis’s Directions Thesis To prove that success is measured by one’s ability to conquer, not in one’s ability to make peace, adventurous imagery, calculated diction, and a self-important point of view are used in John Smith’s autobiographical account—a testimony of “his own example, good words, and fair promises.” Topic Sentence Topic: adventurous imagery (This is the first direction.)

  5. Step 3: Add the Direction(s) The “directions” of the topic sentence are the examples you are using as evidence. Adventurous imagery, such as Smith’s narrow escape from death . . . *Note: If you have more than one direction (example), ALL should be mentioned in the topic sentence.

  6. Step 4: Add the Claim Choose an appropriate verb that links what the directions do in relation to the universal idea. Adventurous imagery, such as Smith’s narrow escape from death, establishes . . .

  7. Step 5: Add the Universal Idea (Again) Add the universal idea to the topic sentence. CAUTION: To keep the universal idea from becoming redundant throughout the essay, develop synonyms. Adventurous imagery, such as Smith’s narrow escape from death, establishes Smith’s success in conquering Powhatan’s animosity.

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