Worksheet teaching parts of a paragraph with fun illustrations and writing exercises.

Let's solve the problems on this worksheet step by step and explain the solutions.

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Worksheet Title: *Parts of a Paragraph (2)*

This worksheet teaches students about the structure of a paragraph, focusing on:
- Topic sentences (main idea)
- Middle sentences (supporting details)
- Ending sentences (conclusion or closing thought)

There are three main sections:
1. Underline middle sentences that support the topic sentence.
2. Choose the correct ending sentence for each story.
3. Reminder about formatting rules (indentation, capitalization, punctuation).

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## ✔ Section 1-1: Underline the middle sentences that support each topic sentence

We need to identify which sentences support the topic sentence (the main idea). These are the middle sentences.

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a) Topic sentence:

> Penguins are birds that cannot fly.

Now, examine the following sentences:

- Pelicans can spear fish with their sharp bills. → ✘ This talks about pelicans, not penguins. Not relevant.
- Many penguins waddle or hop about on land. → ✔ Supports the topic — describes how penguins move.
- Even though they cannot fly, they are excellent swimmers. → ✔ Explains more about penguins' abilities, supporting the idea that they are flightless birds but still capable.

✔ Underline these two sentences:
- Many penguins waddle or hop about on land.
- Even though they cannot fly, they are excellent swimmers.

> 💡 Note: "Pelicans can spear fish..." is about a different bird and does not support the topic. So it’s not underlined.

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b) Topic sentence:

> Volleyball is a team sport in which players hit the ball over the net.

Now check the sentences:

- There are two teams with six players on each team. → ✔ Supports the team aspect of volleyball.
- My friend Tom would rather play tennis with Lisa. → ✘ Off-topic. Talks about preferences, not volleyball.
- Players can use their heads or their hands. → ✔ Describes how the game is played — supports the topic.

✔ Underline these two sentences:
- There are two teams with six players on each team.
- Players can use their heads or their hands.

> 💡 "Tom would rather play tennis" is irrelevant and should not be underlined.

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c) Topic sentence:

> Pikes Peak is the most famous of all the Rocky Mountains.

Check the sentences:

- Some mountains have more trees than other mountains. → ✘ General statement; doesn't specifically support Pikes Peak.
- Many people like to climb to the top. → ✔ Shows popularity, supports fame.
- Many people like to ski and camp there, too. → ✔ More evidence of its appeal and fame.
- The weather is colder at the top of most mountains. → ✘ General fact; not specific to Pikes Peak.

✔ Underline these two sentences:
- Many people like to climb to the top.
- Many people like to ski and camp there, too.

> 💡 The first and last sentences are general facts and don’t directly support the claim about Pikes Peak being the most famous.

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## ✔ Section 2-1: Choose the correct ending sentence for each story

We are given two stories and three possible ending sentences. We must pick the one that best ties the story together.

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Story 1: Corn on the Cob

> Corn on the cob used to be my favorite food. That is, until I lost my four front teeth. For one whole year, I had to sit and watch everyone else eat my favorite food without me. Mom gave me creamed corn, but it just wasn't the same. When my teeth finally came in, I was very happy……

Now look at the options:

1. A new pair of shoes!
2. All the corn on the cob I could eat again!
3. A new eraser!

👉 The story is about missing out on eating corn on the cob due to missing teeth, and now that the teeth are back, the child is happy.

✔ Best ending:
> All the corn on the cob I could eat again!

This logically completes the story — the joy comes from being able to enjoy corn on the cob once more.

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Story 2: A Train Ride

> When our family took its first train ride, my sister brought along a big box. She would not tell anyone what she had in it. In the middle of the trip, we heard a sound coming from the box. “Okay, Jan, now you have to open the box,” said Mom. When she opened the box we were surprised……

Options:

1. I would like to take a train ride.
2. Trains move faster than I thought.
3. She had brought her new gerbil along for the ride.

👉 The story builds suspense around the mystery of the box. The surprise comes when the box is opened.

✔ Best ending:
> She had brought her new gerbil along for the ride.

This reveals the secret and explains the surprise — it fits perfectly.

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## ✔ Remember Box 3: Formatting Rules

> - Indent, capitalize beginning sentence words, and always punctuate correctly.

This is a reminder for writing conventions:
- First word of a paragraph should be capitalized.
- The first line of a paragraph should be indented (in handwriting or typed formats).
- Every sentence must end with proper punctuation (period, question mark, etc.).

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## ✔ Final Answers Summary

Section 1-1: Underline the following sentences:

a)
- Many penguins waddle or hop about on land.
- Even though they cannot fly, they are excellent swimmers.

b)
- There are two teams with six players on each team.
- Players can use their heads or their hands.

c)
- Many people like to climb to the top.
- Many people like to ski and camp there, too.

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Section 2-1: Ending Sentences

Corn on the Cob:
> All the corn on the cob I could eat again!

A Train Ride:
> She had brought her new gerbil along for the ride.

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Remember Box 3:

Always indent, capitalize the first word, and use correct punctuation.

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✔ Completed Worksheet Tips:
- Use a pencil to underline the correct sentences.
- Write the chosen ending sentence clearly at the end of each story.
- Double-check capitalization and punctuation.

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