Question

3. Read the paragraph below and answer the questions that follow. 10 Marks 'Seoul, the capital of Korea, is old but modern, and populated. There are several ancient palaces that are major tourist attractions, which draw thousands of people annually. One example is Kyongbok Palace, which was founded by the Yi Dynasty in 1392. It is easy to tell that Seoul is also a very modern city. The most obvious clue is the skyline, everywhere you look one can see countless high-rise office buildings and apartments. Another indication is its transportation system; the subway, buses, and taxis are second to none. 7Seoul, being the cultural and financial center of the country, is also the most populated city in the country. The city's thriving and energetic 10 million plus population is eager to make any tourists stay an event to remember. a. Write the number of the topic sentence. b. Write the controlling idea. c. Analyse the paragraph in terms of topic sentence, major and minor support sentences. d. Write a concluding sentence for the paragraph.​

Answer 1

Step-by-step explanation:

a. The topic sentence is the first sentence: "Seoul, the capital of Korea, is old but modern, and populated."

b. The controlling idea is that Seoul is a city that combines ancient and modern features and is a popular tourist destination.

c. The topic sentence is followed by several major support sentences that provide specific information about Seoul as a city, including its ancient palaces, modern skyline, and efficient transportation system. These sentences all support the controlling idea that Seoul is a city that combines the old and the new and is a popular tourist destination. The final sentence is a minor support sentence that provides additional information about the city's population, which reinforces the idea that Seoul is a thriving and energetic city.

d. A possible concluding sentence for the paragraph could be: "Whether you're interested in ancient history or modern culture, Seoul has something to offer everyone, making it a must-visit destination for any traveler."