When to Write Topic Sentence?

You don't have to always make a topic sentence the first sentence in a paragraph. In an opening paragraph, you can use a topic sentence after the hook to get readers interested with a statement that grabs their attention.

Is the topic sentence the first sentence?

The topic sentence is usually the first sentence of the paragraph because it gives an overview of the sentences to follow. The supporting sentences after the topic sentence help to develop the main idea. These sentences give specific details related to the topic sentence.

What are the rules of a topic sentence?

The topic sentence expresses what the paragraph is about. It should include two key things: The topic of the paragraph. The central point of the paragraph.

Alexander Ross

Alexander Ross

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Alexander Ross has covered the video game industry for a decade, writing deep dives on game design, esports tournaments, VR developments, and gaming culture.