2. Topic Sentences
Topic Sentence: a sentence that
expresses the main idea of a
paragraph in which it occurs
• Forecasts what the paragraph will say
• If any word in the paragraph does not expand
on the topic sentence, remove it.
3. Topic Sentences
Limited Topic + Specific Idea = Topic Sentence
For Example
Limited Topic: Dogs as wonderful pets
Specific Idea: Dogs help you live longer
Topic Sentence: Dogs make wonderful pets because
they help you live longer.
4. Topic Sentences
Limited Topic + Specific Idea = Topic Sentence
For Example
Limited Topic: Cooking
Specific Idea: It requires a number of different skills.
Topic Sentence: Cooking requires a number of
different skills.
