What are the basic features of an effective paragraph?

Answer 1

* A paragraph should contain some structure and particular elements, which are listed below in relative order: 1. A Topic sentence- motivates the reader to want to read more. 2. The first main point- proves, backs up, or explain the topic sentence. 3. The second main point- usually provides a reason for the first point made. 4. The third main point- can help p[rove the topic sentence or back up the first or second main point of the paragraph. 5.The conclusion- sums up the main points or ideas and it usually completes the topic.

Answer 2

A topic sentence The topic sentence is usually the first sentence of the paragraph and states the main idea of the paragraph. A good topic sentence makes a point that will be developed in the rest of the paragraph.

The body of the paragraph The body of the paragraph consists of sentences that support the topic sentence. They can provide explanations, reasons, facts and examples. There can be both major and minor supporting details. Major details support the topic sentence. Minor details expand on, or provide reasons and examples of, the major details.

Sentences that are linked together Sentences in a paragraph are connected to each other so that a reader can easily read through the paragraph. This can be achieved by effectively using:

• Transitions � words and phrases that express connections between two or more ideas. Examples of transitions include for instance, on the other hand, moreover, as a result, first, and then.
• Pronouns that refer to something/someone in a previous sentence. For example, My sister used to brush my hair each night. This small gesture created a strong bond. The pronoun this in this example refers to brush my hair at night, and connects the two sentences.
• Parallelism Parallelism can refer to using similar parts of speech (such as verb forms or nouns) in sentences. Using parallel structures makes sentences grammatically correct.

  In class, I practise speaking, writing, reading and to listen (should be listening).

  I try to write carefully and accurate (should be accurately).

  Parallelism can also refer to repeating a similar sentence structure in a paragraph, which can create cohesion and make a paragraph smoother and easier to read. Consider the two pairs of sentences below. Although both are grammatically correct, the second is easier to read.

  In class, I practise speaking and listening. I usually read and write a lot at home.

  In class, I practise speaking and listening. At home, I practise reading and writing.

A concluding sentence A concluding sentence sums up the paragraph and appears at its end. It is used to signal that the writer has completed what he/she wanted to say.

Answer 3

There are three qualities of effective paragraph

1. Unity - it important part of paragraph.

2. Coherence - you can achieve coherence by an orderly and logical arragement of idea.

3. Emphasis - this can be achieved through the principles of proportion (repeation of words and idea).

Answer 4

For a paragraph to be effective, it must possess three characteristics. It should have qualities such as unity, development, and coherence.

Answer 5

Four elements of a effective paragraph?