📚 Part 1: Understanding Paragraphing Rules

1. What is the main purpose of paragraphs in writing? Circle the best answer:

To make writing look longer

To organise ideas clearly and help readers follow the text

To fill up space on the page

To make writing more difficult to read

2. When should you start a new paragraph? Check all that apply:

When introducing a new idea or topic

When a new event happens in a story

After every sentence

When changing to a different point or argument

When you want to make your writing look fancy

🔗 Part 2: Linking Words and Phrases

3. Match the linking words with their purposes:

1. Also, In addition

2. However, But

3. Because, Since

4. Finally, In conclusion

A. To show contrast or difference

B. To add more information

C. To end or summarise

D. To show cause and effect

4. Fill in the blanks with appropriate linking words:

Roblox is very popular with young people. _____________, it also has educational benefits. _____________ many schools use it to teach coding, students can learn whilst having fun. _____________, parents should monitor their children's use of the platform.

🎮 Part 3: Analysing the Roblox Article

5. Read the Roblox article provided by your teacher. How many paragraphs does it contain?

6. What is the main topic of each paragraph? Write a brief summary for each:

Paragraph 1: _________________________________________________

Paragraph 2: _________________________________________________

Paragraph 3: _________________________________________________

Paragraph 4: _________________________________________________

Paragraph 5: _________________________________________________

7. Find and write down three linking words or phrases used in the Roblox article:

1. ________________________

2. ________________________

3. ________________________

✍️ Part 4: Writing Your Own Paragraph

8. Write one well-structured paragraph about your favourite online game or hobby. Remember to:

• Start with a clear topic sentence

• Group related ideas together

• Use linking words to connect your ideas

• Keep all sentences focused on the same main idea

🔍 Part 5: Paragraph Checklist

9. Use this checklist to review the paragraph you wrote in Question 8. Tick each box when complete:

My paragraph has a clear topic sentence

All sentences relate to the main topic

I have used at least one linking word or phrase

My ideas are organised logically

My paragraph would help a reader understand my topic clearly

10. Reflection: How do paragraphs help readers understand your writing better?

Paragraphing Rules Practice

Paragraphing Rules Practice

📚 Part 1: Understanding Paragraphing Rules

🔗 Part 2: Linking Words and Phrases

🎮 Part 3: Analysing the Roblox Article

✍️ Part 4: Writing Your Own Paragraph

🔍 Part 5: Paragraph Checklist

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