Paragraphs contain three main parts: a topic sentence, supporting sentences and a concluding sentence. A topic sentence contains the topic and an opinion, or controlling idea. It is often, but not always, the first sentence of the paragraph.
- What is the basic structure of a paragraph?
- What are the 5 paragraph structures?
- What are the 5 basic elements of a paragraph?
What is the basic structure of a paragraph?
A paragraph develops ONE main idea through a series of related sentences. This main idea is usually introduced in the first sentence of the paragraph, called the topic sentence. The idea is then developed further through the sentences that follow.
What are the 5 paragraph structures?
The five-paragraph essay is a format of essay having five paragraphs: one introductory paragraph, three body paragraphs with support and development, and one concluding paragraph.
What are the 5 basic elements of a paragraph?
What are the 5 elements of a paragraph?
- Element #1: Unity. Unity in a paragraph begins with the topic sentence.
- Element #2: Order.
- Element #3: Coherence.
- Element #4: Completeness.