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Paragraph Unity. Unity . A paragraph must follow the rule of unity. All the sentences in a paragraph are about one main idea. That is, all supporting sentences must be relevant and are directly related to the main idea of the paragraph. . Example 1.
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Unity A paragraph must follow the rule of unity.All the sentences in a paragraph are about one main idea. That is, all supporting sentences must be relevant and are directly related to the main idea of the paragraph.
Example 1 It was a terrible sight. The force of the tornado had completely destroyed all major buildings in the downtown area. Uprooted trees blocked the streets. Pieces of glass were scattered everywhere. Tornadoes don't last very long. They are short-lived, though powerful. The results of the damaging storm could be seen for miles.
Example It was a terrible sight. The force of the tornado had completely destroyed all major buildings in the downtown area. Uprooted trees blocked the streets. Pieces of glass were scattered everywhere. Tornadoes don't last very long. They are short-lived, though powerful.The results of the damaging storm could be seen for miles.
Example 2 Ever since the time of the Greeks, drama has played an important role in people's lives. The Greek tragedies and comedies were a central part of the life of the citizens of ancient Greece. During the middle ages, Bible stories were acted out in churches, and wandering companies of players performed in the streets. William Shakespeare lived during the Elizabethan period. The English language has changed somewhat since Shakespeare's time. In modern times, drama is brought directly into people's homes through the magic of television. Television also offers people such things as quiz and variety shows.
Example Ever since the time of the Greeks, drama has played an important role in people's lives. The Greek tragedies and comedies were a central part of the life of the citizens of ancient Greece. During the middle ages, Bible stories were acted out in churches, and wandering companies of players performed in the streets. William Shakespeare lived during the Elizabethan period. The English language has changed somewhat since Shakespeare's time. In modern times, drama is brought directly into people's homes through the magic of television. Television also offers people such things as quiz and variety shows.