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    The document discusses how to write effective supporting sentences in a paragraph. It notes that supporting sentences explain, illustrate, or provide evidence for the topic sentence. There should usually be 2-4 supporting sentences that are arranged logically and do not introduce a new topic. Transitions should be used to link the supporting sentences, such as "first", "next", and "finally". An example is provided to demonstrate how to write a topic sentence about Christmas and three supporting sentences about family traditions, gathering with family, and remembering the birth of Jesus.

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    The document discusses how to write effective supporting sentences in a paragraph. It notes that supporting sentences explain, illustrate, or provide evidence for the topic sentence. There should usually be 2-4 supporting sentences that are arranged logically and do not introduce a new topic. Transitions should be used to link the supporting sentences, such as "first", "next", and "finally". An example is provided to demonstrate how to write a topic sentence about Christmas and three supporting sentences about family traditions, gathering with family, and remembering the birth of Jesus.

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    Develop

    Related
    Support
    Sentences
    The supporting sentences, also called
    the body of the paragraph, are used
    to support, explain, illustrate, or
    provide evidence for the idea
    expressed in the topic sentence.
    In developing related supporting sentences it
    should focus on the following:
    - They should provide the main supporting points for
    the paragraph's main idea (topic sentence)
    - There are usually 2 - 4 supporting sentences in a
    paragraph.
    - They should be arranged in a logical order.
    - They should NOT begin a new topic or introduce a
    new idea.
    When you develop related support sentence/s there are transitions that need to
    be observed.

    Transitions to show supporting sentences: First, Second, Third, Finally First,


    Next, Last For one thing, For another thing, Finally First, More significant
    (important), Most significant (important) First, Even worse (better), Worst
    (Best) of all, Also.

    Example:

    Topic Sentence: Christmas is my favorite holiday.

    One thing that I love about Christmas is my family’s tradition of exchanging


    gifts and cooking a lot of food.

    Another thing that I love about Christmas is when our whole clan gathers
    together.

    The best thing about the festivities is remembering the birth of our savior.
    01 Brainstorm ideas
    Let's say, for example, that your topic sentence is:

    Dumangas is a wonderful place to visit.

    With that sentence as your topic sentence, you can make a list of ideas - in
    this case, a list of ideas directly related to how it is wonderful to visit
    Dumangas. You can start by writing some informal ideas on a piece of
    paper at first - ideas that you could use to support your topic sentence.
    Here, you're just listing ideas, not writing complete sentences.

    ● Seawall/Esplanade
    ● Old Churches
    ● Restaurants/ Coffee Shops
    ● Plaza
    ● Beaches
    ● Peaceful
    02 Choose 2-4 Main Ideas 03 Write your Supporting
    Sentences
    Next, from your list of ideas, you'll want to
    decide on two-four main points for your main For the topic sentence about Dumangas, my
    supporting sentences. supporting sentences might be:

    To do this, you might want to combine two or Dumangas is a wonderful place to visit.
    more ideas from your list, or you might want First, many tourists enjoy visiting the
    to look at one of your ideas and take a Seawall and Esplanade, which is a relaxing
    smaller, more specific idea from it. spot to just chill out with friends and family.
    Second, there are historical churches one
    can visit if they want peace and quiet.
    Finally, Dumangas has an excellent variety
    of restaurants that cannot be found in other
    cities.
    Let’s Review
    Can You Spot The Supporting Sentences? Underline the supporting sentences.
    Develop related supporting sentences for each topic sentence.
    The coronavirus (Covid-19) has created the biggest global crisis in generations.
    _______________________________________________________________
    _______________________________________________________________
    _______________________________________________________________

    Cellphones are an important part of everyday life.


    ________________________________________________________________
    ________________________________________________________________
    ­________________________________________________________________

    Exercise has a lot of benefits for the body.


    _______________________________________________________________
    _______________________________________________________________
    _______________________________________________________________
    Sample Questions
    Please write your points in the spaces .You do not
    need to write complete sentences.

    1.Good roommates have three characteristics.


    a) Are neat, tidy
    b) Are cheerful
    c) Share housework

    2. St. Acts has a lot of teachers.


    a) ______________________________________
    b) ______________________________________
    c) ______________________________________

    3. Biking has several advantages.


    a) ______________________________________
    b) ______________________________________
    c) ______________________________________

    4. Two reasons why we need to study


    a) ______________________________________
    b) ______________________________________
    Read the paragraph about human intelligence that follows. Add listing-order signals in the black
    spaces, and add commas where they are necessary.

    Kinds of Intelligence

    There are many kinds of intelligence. (1) ______________ there is mathematical-logical intelligence.
    People who have this intelligence may become mathematicians, scientists, or engineers. (2)
    _____________ there is linguistic intelligence. People with this kind of intelligence are good at language,
    so they become poets and writers. We are familiar with these two kinds of intelligence, but other kinds are
    not so familiar. There are (3) _____________ two other kinds of intelligence: spatial and musical kinds of
    intelligence. For architects and artists, spatial intelligence is necessary. Whereas musical intelligence is
    necessary for musicians. (4) ______________ there is kinesthetic intelligence. Athletes and dancers have
    kinesthetic intelligence. Personal intelligence is kind of intelligence (5) ______________ . People with
    personal intelligence manage people well, so they become leaders of society. In conclusion, there are many
    ways to be smart.
    Your Turn!
    Make a paragraph with
    atleast 3 support
    sentences.
    Good Job!
    Thank you for listening!
    Any questions?

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