Question

select the correct answer.
what should the body of an essay contain in each paragraph?
a. one topic sentence and three supporting detail sentences
b. four supporting detail sentences about the topic
c. three topic sentences and one supporting sentence
d. two topic sentences and two supporting sentences

Explanation:

In essay writing, each body paragraph typically has a topic sentence (to introduce the main idea of the paragraph) followed by supporting detail sentences that elaborate on that idea. Option A has one topic sentence (to present the main point) and three supporting detail sentences (to explain or provide evidence for the topic sentence). Option B lacks a topic sentence, so the paragraph would lack a clear focus. Options C and D have multiple topic sentences, which would make the paragraph unfocused as a paragraph should center around one main idea (one topic sentence) with supporting details.

Answer:

A. one topic sentence and three supporting detail sentences