The relationship between a
paragraph and an essay
In academic writing, a well-written essay is very similar in structure to a well-written paragraph. The topic sentence of a paragraph, which announces the point to be discussed, is like the introduction of an essay. Each sentence in a paragraph is like a point in an essay. The concluding sentence of a paragraph is like the conclusion of an essay. The following diagram shows the relationship between them.
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This is not a formula that must be followed rigidly at all times. Good writing is flexible. Nevertheless, it is important to know the rules and why they exist before you consider bending them. You must, however, ensure that your writing is always clear and logical. |
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