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Features of an effective topic sentence
• A topic sentence is not a fragment. It is a complete sentence.
Fragment: Smart phones for college students. (INCORRECT)
Complete Sentence: Smart phones have several useful features for college students.
• A topic sentence is not too general.
Too General: Smart phones are good.
Improved: Smart phones improve communication among friends and family members.
•A topic sentence is not a simple fact or specific detail.
Too Specific: Smart phones cost $300.
Improved: Because smart phones are expensive, people should consider several factors
before buying one.
Step 3: Demonstrate Your Point
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