1. Talking About Paragraphs By:Melissa Anastasia Manolis Alexis Nur

2. Paragraph Structure Topic Sentence – Laid out the main idea of paragraph Seamless Quote – Quotes = Evidence Translation – Explanation of the quotes for the reader to understand better Analysis – Continued to discuss the importance of the evidence given Conclusion – Finalized the point of the paragraph, a summary that refers the topic sentence

3. Important Phrases All of these phrases are great for beginning sentences: – “Taken as a whole...” – “It therefore underscores...” – “This phrase underlines the conflict...” – “The alliteration...” – “Many of the verbs ‘Author’s Name’ uses...” – “The content of the argument...”

4. Important Reminders Dos’ – Clear topic sentence – Supportive details – Clear transitions – Connections – Organize your evidence Don’t – Add to much detail – Do not over analyze or overstate

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