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KINDS OF PARAGRAPH

There are at least seven types of paragraphs. Knowledge of the differences between them can facilitate composing well-structured essays.

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In order to write coherent essays, students must first learn about the functions of various paragraphs. Most paragraphs will have several functions to fulfill at a time; it is important to know under what circumstances their functions can be conjoined. The following list contains explanations about the content and style of different paragraphs

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Narration ParagraphNarration paragraphs are most distinctively used in

fiction. As such, they will contain all necessary components of action development: protagonist, setting, goal, obstacle, climax and resolution. Writing a narration paragraph requires, consequently, sequential order and chronology. There are many descriptive elements included into the body of a narration paragraph but, if composed correctly, the paragraph will feature much more action than depiction.

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Exposition ParagraphOften times, this kind of a paragraph is used as a

component of other types. It’s created in order to clarify or explain a problem or a phenomenon. Writing exposition paragraphs requires strict focus on evidence and objective language. It can contain elements of comparison and contrast or cause and effect writing - both facilitate accurate exposition of its subject-matter

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Definition ParagraphDefinition paragraphs are used in order to explain the meaning, origin and function of things. They are used both in academic writing and in fiction. To write a definition paragraph, writers should concentrate on the role of its subject in the context of the whole essay and list comparisons as well as examples accordingly.

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Classification ParagraphWriting a classification paragraph takes a slightly varied

approach. It should rely on both defining and comparing. Writers should classify the subject of the paragraph in a specific context providing comparisons to corresponding ideas. Classification can be performed on multiple levels – semantic (comparing different meanings of things), linguistic (using vocabulary to show contrast),

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Description ParagraphPreferably, description paragraphs should concentrate on

action (verbs), rather than sensations (adverbs and adjectives). Writers should assume the role of readers whose idea of the described events is, in entirety, constructed by the paragraph content. Description paragraphs should be detailed, clear, and render the represented reality chronologically

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Answer questions wisely:Keep responses brief, clear, and to the

point.Avoid exaggeration, and convey honesty

and sincerity.Be enthusiastic! (Everyone has a

different way of being enthusiastic. Find your way!)

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Process Analysis ParagraphIt, usually, takes the form of a how-to paragraph

which guides readers through a process or action to be performed. It’s very concise and uses formal, non-descriptive vocabulary. It should be written in chronological order which accounts for subsequent actions

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Persuasion ParagraphPersuasion paragraphs require exhortatory and dynamic language. They are aimed at persuading others into taking a particular action or adopting certain point of view. They should be devoid of descriptive content and, instead, rely on the imperative mode.

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Paragraphs contain topic sentences, detail sentences, terminators, and transition sentences. Learn all about them from the following article.

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How to Write the Topic SentenceTopic sentences are often incorrectly defined as

the first sentences in a paragraph. Topic sentences, in fact, can be situated as the second or third sentence. Topic sentence is about introducing the main idea of a paragraph, not about chronology. It should discuss an idea only in generic terms without providing too many details.

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The Topic Sentence A topic sentence usually comes at the beginning of a

paragraph; that is, it is usually the first sentence in a formal academic paragraph.  (Sometimes this is not true, but as you practice writing with this online lesson site, please keep to this rule unless you are instructed otherwise.)  Not only is a topic sentence the first sentence of a paragraph, but, more importantly, it is the most general sentence in a paragraph.  What does "most general" mean?  It means that there are not many details in the sentence, but that the sentence introduces an overall idea that you want to discuss later in the paragraph. 

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  My hometown is famous for several amazing natural features.  First, it is noted for the Wheaton River, which is very wide and beautiful. Also, on the other side of the town is Wheaton Hill, which is unusual because it is very steep. (Notice how the first sentence begins with "My hometown..." a few spaces to the right of the paragraph edge.  This is an indentation.  All paragraphs in English MUST begin with an indentation.)

Note how the first sentence, My hometown, Wheaton, is famous for several amazing geographical features,is the most general statement. This sentence is different from the two sentences that follow it, since the second and third sentences mention specific details about the town's geography, and are not general statements

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How to Write Supporting SentencesSupporting sentences are also called detail sentences and they

constitute the body of the paragraph. They, naturally, provide support to the statement or idea expressed in the introductory sentence. They must contain details which help to elaborate on the thought comprised in the topic sentence. They can compare and contrast facts, introduce quotations, and paraphrase secondary sources. They should explore only limited amounts of material and lead toward the concluding or transition sentence.

There will, usually, be no more than 5-8 supporting sentences in one paragraph. Writing supporting sentences, to a large extent, depends on the kind of paragraph in which they are comprised

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How to Write the Concluding SentenceWriting concluding sentences is, probably, the least

complicated task in writing a paragraph. Concluding sentences, so-called terminators, restate the idea of the topic sentence. If possible, they should summarize the paragraph in such a way so as to expose the relevance of supporting arguments in the context of the topic sentence. Writing concluding sentences is, of course, very different from writing transition sentences

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How to Write the Transition SentenceThe purpose of any transition sentence is to show in what way

the content of above paragraph will be elaborated on in the following paragraph. Optionally, it can announce the relevance of the above paragraph for the development of its follower. Finally, the transition sentence may serve as a catalyst between two or more ideas which should be discussed in close relation to one another.

Understanding the function of all sentences in a paragraph may take both some time and practice. For more information on the proper construction of paragraphs, see the following articles:

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