Question

1) List the necessary components of an introduction paragraph, in the correct order in which they should be presented.

2) List the necessary components of a body paragraph, in the correct order in which they should be presented.

Answer 1

They contain the three basic elements necessary for all introductory paragraphs: the topic sentence(s), which define the topic and "grab" the reader; the thesis sentence, which defines the writer's point of view regarding the topic; and the outline sentence(s), which describe the main topics in the body paragraphs.

A body paragraph has three major components: (1) topic sentence, (2) explanation, (3) supporting details. Without any of them, the body paragraph seems to be missing something, and will not add anything to the theme and central idea of the essay. (This is for an essay.)

A good paragraph should contain at least the following four elements: Transition, topic sentence, specific evidence and analysis, and a brief wrap-up sentence (also known as a warrant) –TTEB! A transition sentence leading in from a previous paragraph to assure smooth reading.