Name:_____________________

  

PARAGRAPH IDEAS—First Group of Three

(Up to 10 points each)

 

 

Due: Tuesday, January 22, 2008

 

Directions:  Please write three separate paragraphs.  Be sure to follow closely the paragraph guidelines and examples we discussed.  You may use any of the ideas below.

 

Note: Please remember to plan first.  A plan will assure you of a complete, well-organized paragraph even before you write the topic sentence.  Also please remember the three requirements of every paragraph: unity, coherence, and completeness.

  

PARAGRAPH IDEAS

 

·         Name your favorite hobby and explain why you enjoy it.

 

·         Name your favorite sport and explain why you enjoy it.

 

·         Name your favorite activity and explain why you enjoy it.

 

·         Name the qualities you look for in a good car and explain why each one is important.

 

·         What is the best time of the day for classes?  Write a paragraph presenting your opinion on this, and support it with good reasons.

 

·         Write a paragraph that names your favorite magazine. Give reasons why it is your favorite.

 

·         Write a paragraph that names your favorite newspaper. Give reasons why it is your favorite.

 

·         Write a paragraph that names your favorite television program.  Give reasons why it is your favorite.