Exploring Writing 2nd Edition by John Langan

Exercise 8

What is the topic sentence for the first supporting paragraph of the model essay
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2. The first topic sentence is then supported by the following details (fill in the missing details):
a. Have to drive fifteen minutes
b._________________________________________________________________________
c. Endless ticket line
d._________________________________________________________________________
e._________________________________________________________________________
f. Sticky floor
3. What is the topic sentence for the second supporting paragraph of the essay
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4. The second topic sentence is then supported by the following details:
a. At home, only snacks are celery and carrot sticks.
b. Theater is like a Seven-Eleven with seats.
(1) fresh popcorn
(2) ________
(3) ________
5. What is the topic sentence for the third supporting paragraph of the essay
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6. The third topic sentence is then supported by the following details:
a._________________________________________________________________________
b._________________________________________________________________________
c. Adults talk loudly and reveal plot twists.
d. People of all ages create distractions.