Knowledge

How to write a paragraph

First Steps in Academic Writing

Chapter 1                  Introducing People

A paragraph is a group of related sentences about a single topic. The topic of a paragraph has only one idea. A paragraph should have 7 to 8 sentences.

A paragraph has three main parts:

1. Topic Sentence is the first sentence in a paragraph that names the topic. It tells what the paragraph will  explain about the topic.

2. Supporting Sentences are the middle sentences in a paragraph. They give example or other details about the topic.

3. Concluding Sentence is the last sentence in a paragraph, It often repeats the topic sentence in different words or summarizes the main points.

Example:

My Best Friend

      My best friend, Freddie, has three important qualities. First of all, Freddie is always ready to have fun. Sometimes we play Frisbee in the park. Sometimes we just sit around in my room, listening to music and talking. Well, I talk. Freddie just listens. Second, he is completely trustworthy. I can tell Freddie my deepest secrets, and he doesn't share them with anyone else. Third, Freddie understands my moods. When I am angry, he tries to make me feel better. When I am sad, he tries to comfort me. When I am happy, he is happy too. To sum up, my best friend is fun to be with, trustworthy, and understanding-even if he is just a dog.

• The Green Sentence is Topic Sentence
• The Orange Sentences are Supporting Sentences
• The Blue Sentence is Concluding Sentence