Asked by Kevin Barry on Jun 09, 2024

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Each group of sentences below could be organized into and written as a paragraph. In each group, select the letter of the topic sentence. Which sentence is the topic sentence?

A) The long grass outside the cottage was heavy with drops of water.
B) The thunderstorm was over, but its effects were everywhere.
C) Puddles in the driveway reflected a thick gray sky.
D) The sea was still churning, throwing debris onto the beach.
E) Inside, books and papers were damp.
F) A scraggly dog with wet, matted hair trotted dismally down the beach.
G) The matches in the kitchen refused to light.

Topic Sentence

A topic sentence is the first sentence in a paragraph that introduces the main idea or point that will be discussed throughout the paragraph.

Thunderstorm

A storm characterized by the presence of lightning and thunder, often accompanied by heavy rain or hail.

Debris

Fragments or remnants of something destroyed or broken down, often referring to scattered pieces of waste or ruins.

  • Identify the characteristics of effective topic sentences.
  • Differentiate between relevant and irrelevant information in supporting a topic sentence.
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Lauren SchroerJun 13, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
This sentence provides an overview of the following sentences, indicating that the paragraph will focus on the aftermath of a thunderstorm.