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    Sabir Hussain (HOD-English IGC-Grw) Expository Writing – Week-2

    Paragraph Writing

    Definition

    A paragraph is a series of sentences that are organized and coherent, and are all related to a
    single topic.

    Introduction

    Paragraph writing is a key skill for organizing and expressing ideas clearly. A
    paragraph typically starts with a topic sentence that introduces the main idea, followed by
    supporting sentences that provide details or examples. It ends with a concluding sentence that
    wraps up the idea and connects it to the next paragraph. Good paragraphs are focused and
    coherent, meaning all the sentences work together to support the main point.
    Structure of Paragraph Writing

    A paragraph has three major parts-

     Topic sentence
     Supporting sentences
     Concluding sentence

    1. Topic Sentence
    This is the first sentence of a paragraph and serves as its main idea or focus. It tells the
    reader what the paragraph will be about. A strong topic sentence is clear and specific, setting
    the stage for the information that will follow.
    2. Supporting Sentences
    These sentences follow the topic sentence and provide details, examples, or
    explanations that back up the main idea. They help to clarify, elaborate, and add depth to the
    topic introduced.
    3. Concluding Sentences
    This is the final sentence that wraps up the paragraph and reinforces the main idea. It
    often summarizes the key points and provides a transition to the next paragraph.
    Characteristics of Paragraph Writing

    A good paragraph has the following main traits;

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    Sabir Hussain (HOD-English IGC-Grw) Expository Writing – Week-2

     Unity: The first and the most important principle to be observed in constructing a
    paragraph is that of unity. Each paragraph must deal with one topic or idea only.
     Sequence: There must be logical sequence of thought or development of the subject.
     Length: A good paragraph should be long enough to develop its main idea, but not so long
    that it becomes overwhelming or difficult for the reader to follow. A good paragraph has
    usually 150-250 words.
     Clarity: A good paragraph should be clear and easy to understand. This means avoiding
     jargon or overly complex language.
     Concision: A good paragraph should be concise, meaning that it should get to the point
    quickly and avoid unnecessary words or details.
     There must not be repetition of the thoughts expressed.
     There must not be vague sentence construction.
     There must not be same sentence construction or ensure variety.
     There must not be grammatical error in it.
    Types of Paragraph Writing

    Majorly, there are four types of paragraph writing, i.e., narrative, descriptive, expository, and
    persuasive.

     Descriptive: This kind of writing basically describes the topic and appeals to the five
    senses.
     Narrative: These kinds of writing are basically a narration of a story or a situation that
    includes a sequence.
     Expository: These kinds of writing are a definition of something. These paragraphs
    require a lot of research.
     Persuasive: These kinds of writing aim to make the audience admit a writer’s point of
    view. These are mostly used by the teachers to provide a strong argument.

    Conclusion

    In short, a paragraph is a series of sentences on a specific point or topic. A good


    paragraph should have a clear structure, with a topic sentence at the beginning, supporting
    sentences in the middle, and a concluding sentence at the end. This helps to give the paragraph
    a sense of organization and makes it easier for the reader to understand.

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