A topic sentence

A) provides specific details, explanations, and evidence that support the main idea of a paragraph.
B) links sentences within a paragraph.
C) is unnecessary in a paragraph.
D) states the main idea of the paragraph.

Topic Sentence

A sentence that expresses the main idea of the paragraph in which it occurs, guiding the reader's understanding of the section's content.

Main Idea

The central thought or message that an author intends to communicate through their text.

Specific Details

Particular facts or information that are clearly defined and distinct from general statements.