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xroflmao

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on: Jun 24, 2018
A typical paragraph contains the three basic elements of
 
  A) a topic sentence, support sentences, and transitional words and phrases.
  B) simple, compound, and complex sentences followed by compound-complex sentences.
  C) the main idea, supporting ideas, and evidence.
  D) a problem, discussion, and a solution.
  E) strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities.

Question 2

To emphasize a dependent clause, it is better to place it at the end of a sentence rather than in the middle.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


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Reply #1 on: Jun 24, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: A
Explanation: A) The topic sentence introduces the subject or main idea of the paragraph. Support sentences enhance and justify the topic sentence by providing explanation, details, examples, reasoning, and other forms of evidence that make the topic sentence more meaningful, truthful, convincing, or believable.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: TRUE
Explanation: Placing a dependent clause at the beginning or end of a sentence provides it with more emphasis in most cases.


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