1. 9) PARAGRAPH Definition Synonym Antonym Parts of a Paragraph
A single idea, communicated through related sentences
Synonym
RADPIC
Antonym NA
Parts of a Paragraph
Topic Sentence
Supporting Details
Commentary
Closing Sentence

2. Essential Elements Topic: one thing that the entire paragraph is about
Main Idea: most important point about the topic
* All other sentences in a paragraph are related to the topic or main idea

3. Structure of a Paragraph
Topic Sentence: a sentence that clearly defines the main idea of the paragraph
Supporting Details: at least 2 examples, quotes or details that support the main idea
Commentary: sentences that explain how each supporting detail connects to the main idea
Closing Sentence: a sentence that wraps up or summarizes the entire paragraph