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How to identify main idea/Topic Sentence in Paragraph ? English Composition & Comprehension
ADPIT-023R22-35 Muhammad Jawad
How To Identify the main Idea/Topic sentenence In Paragraph ? To identify the main idea of a paragraph, you should read the entire paragraph carefully and look for the sentence that best summarizes the overall point . This sentence is should be the topic sentence, which introduces the main idea or topic that the paragraph will discuss .
If the topic sentence is not explicitly stated, you can look for supporting details that help develop and support the central concept.Additionally, you can cons and language used in the paragraph to help identify the main idea.
ADPIT-023P22-01 Zahid Rafiq
Strategies : By using these strategies, you can effectively identify the main idea of a paragraph and gain a clearer understanding of its central point.The strategies are given below : Look for the first sentence: The topic sentence is often the first sentence of the paragraph, and it introduces the main idea or topic that the paragraph will discuss.
2. Identify the subject : Determine the subject of the paragraph and look for a sentence that states the main point or argument about that subject. 3. Check for repetition: Look for repeated words, phrases, or ideas that indicate the central point.
ADPIT-023P22-34 Zain Ul Abdin
4.Consider The Tone: The topic sentence may be written in a way that emphasizes its importance or significance. Look for language that signals a shift in focus or introduces a significant idea. 5. Analyze the supporting sentences: The supporting sentences provide additional information, examples, or explanations related to the main idea. They help develop and support the central concept.
By using these strategies, you can effectively identify the main idea or topic sentence in a paragraph and gain a clearer understanding of its central point.