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Paragraph Structure Practice

A strong paragraph develops one main idea. It often begins by introducing that idea, gives supporting details, and ends with a concluding sentence. Read each task carefully, then plan and write your own paragraph.

Understand paragraph structure

1.What is the main job of a paragraph?

To collect sentences that develop one main idea
To make every sentence a question
To add as many details as possible, even if unrelated
To replace the title of a piece of writing

2.Which sentence usually introduces the main idea of a paragraph?

A supporting detail
A topic sentence
A concluding sentence
A sentence that changes the subject

Put ideas in a sensible order

The sentences below are mixed up. Use the numbers 1–5 to arrange them into one paragraph about a train journey.

3.Write the correct order number beside each sentence to make a paragraph about Aisha's train journey.

_____ The steady motion of the carriage made it easy for her to read a book.

_____ Aisha's train ride to the coast was an exciting way to travel.

_____ Before long, she could see green hills and winding rivers outside.

_____ When the train reached the coast, Aisha felt ready to explore.

_____ At first, she watched tall city buildings disappear behind the train.

4.In the five train-journey sentences above, identify the words or phrases that help connect or sequence ideas.

Plan and write a paragraph

Choose an animal you find interesting. Use the organiser to gather ideas, then turn them into one focused paragraph. You may use facts you already know.

5.Plan a paragraph about an animal you find interesting. Write an opening sentence that introduces your main idea, two relevant supporting details, and a concluding sentence.

Topic sentence: introduce your main idea.

Supporting detail 1: add a useful fact or explanation.

Supporting detail 2: add another detail that fits the same idea.

Concluding sentence: bring the paragraph to a close.

6.Write a complete paragraph about your chosen animal. Include an opening sentence that introduces your main idea, at least two supporting details, and a concluding sentence. Indent the first line.

7.Review a classmate's paragraph. Mark each statement Yes or Not yet: the opening sentence introduces the main idea; every sentence supports the same main idea; it includes at least two supporting details; it ends with a concluding sentence; the first line is indented; and the ideas flow clearly.