Question

Identify why each of the following topic sentences is not effective. Then, choose the word or words from the list that best describe the problem with each. (They can have more than one problem). Lastly, revise each sentence.

Problem List Options: Incomplete, Vauge, Invalid, Broad, Announces, and Narrow.

1. Unacceptable forms of discipline of children
Problem:
Revision:

2. All taxes are unfair.
Problem:
Revision:

3. Last night, I went to sleep at 9 P.M.
Problem:
Revision:

Answer 1

1. Problem: Vague and Broad.
Revision: The negative consequences of using physical punishment on children.

2. Problem: Broad and Invalid.
Revision: Certain types of taxes can be considered unfair.

3. Problem: Incomplete and Announces.
Revision: After a tiring day, I decided to go to sleep exceptionally early at 9 P.M.