Reading comprehention 10 pot

–FINDING THE MAIN IDEA–

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■ A paragraph, by definition, is a group of sentences about the same idea. As you read today and the rest

of the week, notice how texts are divided into paragraphs. What idea holds each paragraph together?

Can you identify any topic sentences?

■ Formulate topic sentences about things that you come across in your day. Make assertions about these

people, places, and things. For example, you may eat in the cafeteria every day. Make an assertion about

it: “This cafeteria needs remodeling,” for example. Or, make an assertion about a coworker: “June is a

very hard worker,” you might say. Then, support your assertions. What “evidence” could you supply

for your paragraph? Why do you say the cafeteria needs remodeling? Is there paint peeling off the walls?

Is it still decorated 60s style? Is it not wheelchair accessible? What evidence do you have that June is

a hard worker? Is she always at her computer? Does she ask informed questions in staff meetings?

Does she look like she needs more sleep?

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