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What is a paragraph primarily composed of?
What is a paragraph primarily composed of?
- A group of sentences dealing with a common idea (correct)
- A section of a piece of writing with no specific idea
- A collection of unrelated sentences
- A single sentence
What is the primary purpose of an introductory paragraph?
What is the primary purpose of an introductory paragraph?
- To conclude the argument
- To provide background information (correct)
- To introduce the writer's credentials
- To summarize the main points
What is the expected outcome of the module at the end of this chapter?
What is the expected outcome of the module at the end of this chapter?
- To be able to write only one kind of paragraph
- To be able to identify only the topic sentence
- To be able to differentiate between the topic sentence and supporting sentences (correct)
- To be able to use transitional markers only for coherence
What type of paragraphs does a written discourse typically contain?
What type of paragraphs does a written discourse typically contain?
What is the relationship between a topic sentence and supporting sentences in a paragraph?
What is the relationship between a topic sentence and supporting sentences in a paragraph?
What is the primary function of transitional markers in paragraph development?
What is the primary function of transitional markers in paragraph development?
What is the purpose of analyzing the five structures of paragraphs?
What is the purpose of analyzing the five structures of paragraphs?
What type of paragraph provides the overall plan of the written discourse?
What type of paragraph provides the overall plan of the written discourse?
What is the main idea of a paragraph in a written discourse?
What is the main idea of a paragraph in a written discourse?
What happens when a writer adds irrelevant material to a paragraph?
What happens when a writer adds irrelevant material to a paragraph?
How can coherence be achieved in a paragraph?
How can coherence be achieved in a paragraph?
What is the result of not fully developing a central point in a paragraph?
What is the result of not fully developing a central point in a paragraph?
What is the purpose of emphasizing the central idea in a paragraph?
What is the purpose of emphasizing the central idea in a paragraph?
What is the function of transitional words and phrases in a paragraph?
What is the function of transitional words and phrases in a paragraph?
What is the relationship between a topic sentence and supporting sentences in a paragraph?
What is the relationship between a topic sentence and supporting sentences in a paragraph?
What is the purpose of a paragraph in a written discourse?
What is the purpose of a paragraph in a written discourse?
What is the main goal of a concluding paragraph?
What is the main goal of a concluding paragraph?
What is the function of an inductive paragraph?
What is the function of an inductive paragraph?
What is the role of supporting sentences in a paragraph?
What is the role of supporting sentences in a paragraph?
What is the primary function of a topic sentence?
What is the primary function of a topic sentence?
What is the opposite of an inductive paragraph?
What is the opposite of an inductive paragraph?
What is the main characteristic of a deductive paragraph?
What is the main characteristic of a deductive paragraph?
What is the purpose of various techniques in paragraph development?
What is the purpose of various techniques in paragraph development?
How many methods of paragraph development are identified by Carbello?
How many methods of paragraph development are identified by Carbello?
What is the main purpose of the principles of writing paragraphs highlighted in this chapter?
What is the main purpose of the principles of writing paragraphs highlighted in this chapter?
What is the first step in making pancakes according to the paragraph?
What is the first step in making pancakes according to the paragraph?
What is the benefit of professional training to the student?
What is the benefit of professional training to the student?
What is the total number of words and phrases used for emphasis in the passage?
What is the total number of words and phrases used for emphasis in the passage?
What is the main idea of the passage about professional training?
What is the main idea of the passage about professional training?
What is the primary benefit of professional training to the society?
What is the primary benefit of professional training to the society?
What is the last step in making pancakes according to the paragraph?
What is the last step in making pancakes according to the paragraph?
What is the purpose of a college or university according to the passage?
What is the purpose of a college or university according to the passage?
Study Notes
Introduction to Paragraph Development
- A paragraph is a section of a piece of writing that deals with a common idea or a single subject.
- A paragraph can be introductory, body, concluding, inductive, or deductive.
- The development of a paragraph depends on the writer's ability to present the relationship between the topic sentence and supporting sentences, organize ideas, and employ transitional markers.
The Structure and Purpose of Paragraphs
- Introductory paragraphs provide background information and outline the overall plan of the argument.
- Body paragraphs logically follow the introductory paragraph and each other, focusing on a single subject.
- Concluding paragraphs summarize the argument in the discourse.
- Inductive paragraphs start with proof or reasons and culminate in the author's assertion.
- Deductive paragraphs start with the author's assertion and provide supporting evidence.
Components of a Paragraph
- The first sentence of a paragraph starts on a new line and is typically the topic sentence.
- Supporting sentences expand on the topic sentence.
- Techniques for paragraph development include definition, explanation, exemplification, simplification, description, comparison, and clarification.
- Carbello (2014) identifies eight methods of paragraph development: facts and statistics, examples and illustration, process, comparison and contrast, cause and effect, classification and analysis, definition, and analogy.
Characteristics of a Paragraph
- Unity: A paragraph must focus on one main idea or topic.
- Coherence: Ideas in a paragraph must be arranged in a clear logical order, using transitional devices, repetition of key words, and pronouns.
- Completeness: A paragraph must show evidence of reasonable development of a central point.
- Emphasis: The central idea of a paragraph must be emphasized, using expressions like 'chiefly', 'of course', 'importantly', and 'mainly'.
Summary and Self-Assessment Questions
- This chapter covers structures of paragraphs, the relationship between topic and supporting sentences, development and organization of ideas, and the application of transitional markers.
- Self-assessment questions invite readers to identify techniques used in paragraph development, underline topic sentences, and compose a short essay demonstrating the use of transitional markers.
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Learn about the basics of paragraph development, including types of paragraphs, structure, and purpose. Understand how to create effective paragraphs in writing.
