1. Elaborated paragraphs
Cynthia Hatchell
7th grade
Language Arts

2. Characteristics of Elaborated Paragraphs!!
1) The writer clearly states the main idea in the topic
sentence.

3. Characteristics cont’d
2) The writer supports the main idea with at least three examples.

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3) Sentences are related and connected.

5. Characteristics cont’d
4) The writer uses vivid adjectives, strong verbs, and exact nouns.

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5) The writer uses an anecdote with a beginning, middle, and end.

7. Characteristics cont’d
6) The paragraph includes quotes, dialogue, sensory images,
similes, facts, and statistics that support the main idea.

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7) The concluding sentence restates the main idea and brings the paragraph to a definite close.

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8) The writer uses age-appropriate vocabulary.

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9) The sentence structure is varied.

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10) The paragraph contains correct spelling, grammar, capitalization, and punctuation.

12. Elaborated Paragraphs
Activity:
Worksheet pages 25,26, and 27. Follow the directions as you practice writing elaborated paragraphs.

13. Elaborated Paragraphs
Assessment
Pick a topic of your choice. Write an elaborated paragraph on your topic to be turned in for a grade.

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