Question

Reread the third paragraph . Do you think that the first sentence is an effective statement of the paragraph's central or main idea? Write an annotation to explain your answer and highlight details that reinforce it.

Answer 1

Yes, the first sentence of the third paragraph is an effective statement of the paragraph's main idea.

The sentence states that 'the key to success lies in having a clear goal and a commitment to achieving it,' which is the central theme of the paragraph.

The sentence is further supported by the details that follow, such as the importance of setting a specific timeline, breaking a goal into smaller steps, and tracking progress.

This reinforces the idea that having a clear goal and a plan in place are essential for success.