English 12 2016

Topic Sentence

Elaboration, Development

Amplification, Refining, Support

Rounding off statement,

Transition Device, Summary, Link to Next Paragraph

may serve one or more paragraphs

can, for effect, be anywhere in the paragraph

 contains indication of controlling idea/topic; what aspect of the topic will be discussed

may continue the idea from the previous paragraph

needs enough information to enlighten and convince the reader

all sentences should relate directly to the controlling idea

usually related to topic sentence

 shows the advances made in the paragraph

provides a summary, establishes the point of departure for the next paragraph

rounds-off topic for use later