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Elements of Paragraph
here are many elements of a paragraph which are given below:
Unity
nity in a paragraph begins with the topic sentence. very paragraph has one single controlling idea that is
expressed in its topic sentence which is typically the first sentence of the paragraph. paragraph is unified
around this main idea with the supporting sentences providing detail and discussion.
Order
Order refers to the way you organise your supporting sentences. hether you choose chronological order
order of importance or another logical presentation of details a solid paragraph always has a definite
organisation. In a well-ordered paragraph the reader follows along easily aided by the pattern you ve
established. Order helps the reader grasp your meaning and avoid confusion.
Coherence
oherence is the uality that makes your writing understandable. Sentences within a paragraph need to
connect to each other and work together as a whole.
Completeness
ompleteness means a paragraph is well developed. If all sentences clearly and su ciently support the main
idea then your paragraph is complete. If there are not enough sentences or information to prove your thesis
then the paragraph is incomplete. sually three supporting sentences in addition to a topic sentence and
concluding sentence are needed for a paragraph to be complete.
Recap Zone
ommunication is the process by which two or more people exchange ideas facts feelings
information about any topic etc.
he term communication is derived from the atin word communicare which means to share.
erbal ommunication is one of the usual ways of communication that involve direct interaction and
instant response whether it be oral or written communication.
Non- erbal ommunication is a way of communication that involves all type of non-verbal actions
in an interaction generated by an individual according to the environment.
isual ommunication is a way of communication in which message is conveyed in an imagery form.
Specific information in the form of written comments and oral conversation is descriptive feedback.
hysical barrier separates people due to space and working environment where closed doors hinder
the communication.
language is an expression of thoughts and experiences of people in terms of their cultural
environment.
n article is a word used to modify a noun which is a person place ob ect or idea. rticles are used
before nouns to show whether the nouns are general or specific.
paragraph is a group of sentences organised around a central topic.
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