Writing an Introduction Quick Check

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Question
What is the purpose of a topic sentence in a paragraph?(1 point)
Responses

to explain where readers can find more information about the topic of a paragraph
to explain where readers can find more information about the topic of a paragraph

to describe the most important details that will be included in the paragraph
to describe the most important details that will be included in the paragraph

to express the central idea of a paragraph
to express the central idea of a paragraph

to provide evidence for the ideas in the paragrap

to provide evidence for the ideas in the paragraph

you sure

Yes, I am sure. The purpose of a topic sentence in a paragraph is to express the central idea of that paragraph. It provides a clear and concise statement that guides the reader and sets the tone for the rest of the paragraph. It does not primarily serve to explain where readers can find more information or to provide evidence for the ideas in the paragraph.

to express the central idea of a paragraph

The purpose of a topic sentence in a paragraph is to express the central idea of that paragraph. It acts as a guide for the reader, providing them with a clear understanding of what the paragraph will be about. The topic sentence can be found at the beginning, middle, or end of the paragraph, but it always presents the main point or focus that the paragraph will address. To find the answer to this question, you need to understand the role of a topic sentence in a paragraph.