Why am I choosing this topic?

When you choose topics for your research, you have to think about the reasons why you are using those topics. You have to do this to give yourself more control over how well you’re going to be writing that said paper so you will have a better topic that you can stick with for a while.

What are the features of a topic sentence?

Characteristics of good topic sentencesSignals the topic and more focused ideas within the paragraph.Presents an idea or ideas that are clear and easy to understand.Provides unity to the paragraph (clarifies how all supporting ideas relate).Links to the purpose or thesis of your paper.Omits supporting details.

What is a topic sentence in a body paragraph?

Essentially, topic sentences will state the main idea of your paragraphs and give your readers a sense of direction for the paragraphs. A specific topic sentence allows the writer to effectively control the other information in the paragraph and the reader to easily understand the writer’s point for the paragraph.

What is a first body paragraph?

The first paragraph of the body should contain the strongest argument, most significant example, cleverest illustration, or an obvious beginning point. The topic for this paragraph should be in the first or second sentence. This topic should relate to the thesis statement in the introductory paragraph.