Using Topic Sentences or Explanatory Paragraphs

Introduction

Rogerian Method

Deductive Method

Inductive Method

Tying it All Together

Toulmin Method

Using Sub-Headings and Transitions

Using Topic Sentences or Explanatory Paragraphs

Topic Sentence Example

Paragraph Example

Combining Methods

Revising Connections

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Using Topic Sentences or Explanatory Paragraphs

Another good way to help an audience follow the logic of your argument is to use of topic sentences literally telling them how each point relates to the claim, clearly connecting them so that their isn't any question how or why they relate. In longer arguments, entire paragraphs can serve this purpose by explaining the connections between extended summaries of evidence or the logical arguments of sub-points to the main claim. Following are examples of each:

Topic Sentence Example
Paragraph Example