Identify the Purpose of a Paragraph.pptx

This presentation will help us in identifying the purpose of a paragraph in a passage or in a short story.

1. Paragraph 1 Recycling is one of the simplest ways to protect the environment. By separating waste into plastics, paper, and biodegradable materials, people can help reduce pollution and save natural resources. This paragraph will explore how recycling benefits communities and the planet .

2. Paragraph 1 – To introduce a topic Recycling is one of the simplest ways to protect the environment. By separating waste into plastics, paper, and biodegradable materials, people can help reduce pollution and save natural resources. This paragraph will explore how recycling benefits communities and the planet .

3. Paragraph 2 Many people find it difficult to save money, but some manage to do it well. For instance, Anna sets aside 10% of her allowance each week and keeps it in a jar. After a few months, she had enough to buy a new book she really wanted .

4. Paragraph 2 – To give an example Many people find it difficult to save money, but some manage to do it well. For instance, Anna sets aside 10% of her allowance each week and keeps it in a jar. After a few months, she had enough to buy a new book she really wanted .

5. Paragraph 3 According to a recent report, students who read at least 20 minutes per day score 30% higher on reading tests than those who do not. In addition, 75% of daily readers develop stronger vocabulary skills compared to only 25% of non-readers .

6. Paragraph 3 – To give data and Statistics According to a recent report, students who read at least 20 minutes per day score 30% higher on reading tests than those who do not. In addition, 75% of daily readers develop stronger vocabulary skills compared to only 25% of non-readers .

7. Paragraph 4 One major challenge in many schools is the lack of updated textbooks. Without current resources, students may miss out on learning new concepts and teachers struggle to provide accurate lessons.

8. Paragraph 4 – To describe a problem One major challenge in many schools is the lack of updated textbooks. Without current resources, students may miss out on learning new concepts and teachers struggle to provide accurate lessons.

9. Paragraph 5 To bake a chocolate cake, first gather all the ingredients. Next, mix the dry and wet ingredients separately before combining them. Then, pour the batter into a pan and place it in the oven. Finally, wait for it to cool before serving .

10. Paragraph 5 – To list a sequence of actions To bake a chocolate cake, first gather all the ingredients. Next, mix the dry and wet ingredients separately before combining them. Then, pour the batter into a pan and place it in the oven. Finally, wait for it to cool before serving .