Topic Sentences: Framework
A topic sentence should contain the main idea of the paragraph. It should follow the same rules as the thesis statement. The topic sentence should frame the paragraph like the walls frame a room.
DescriptionOne of the hottest and most comfortable trends in decorating today is called country. ProcessThe choice of the architectural
style of a home is crucial to the future comfort of the owner. IllustrationWhen building a house or purchasing
a home from a builder, the new owner often has several more decisions
to make and tasks to accomplish. NarrationMany tasks in finishing a
new home seem simple, but they turn out to be more difficult
than one would think. Compare/ContrastWhen deciding on the wood
trim of a new house, many people choose between oak and pine. Classification/DivisionWhen people walk through a
hardware store or home improvement center, they will notice how
many kinds of paint are available. Cause/EffectChoosing inexpensive building
materials can lead to problems in the future. PersuasionPeople should choose a builder very carefully when building a new home. |
Body Paragraphs
Return to Contents