Topic Sentence Examples

Here are two examples of excellent topic sentences. They are both clear, concise and strongly state the intentions of the paragraph.
While they appear below with minor edits, both were written by Christina Emerson in her cause and effect essay.

1. Some causes of global warming are three gases, carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide, emitted into our atmosphere from power stations, buildings, and various types of vehicles.

2. Some of the effects of global warming are rising temperatures, rising sea levels, and lack of water.

Now, I realize the language seems plain or simple. But that is the beauty of them. They clearly say what they mean, no more and no less.

This kind of strong topic sentence should be at the beginning of your body paragraphs. This not only helps your reader to see what the paragraph will cover but also help you as a writer stay focused on your topic.