Question

A supporting sentence _____.

(A)concludes a paragraph by restating the main idea
(B)develops, supports, or explains the main idea of a paragraph
(C)introduces a new main idea into a paragraph
(D)transitions ideas from one paragraph to the next

Answer 1

A supporting sentence develops, supports, or explains the main idea of a paragraph

As the word states it, a supporting sentence supports and adds necessary information to the core idea. Using supporting sentences enriches and develops the main topic sentence, which makes a paragraph, or an essay as a whole, much more detailed and complete.

Answer 2

I think the correct answer from the choices listed above is option B. A supporting sentence develops, supports, or explains the main idea of a paragraph. Supporting details provide the information that supports the topic sentence. Hope this answers the question. Have a nice day.