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Topic Sentences Breaking down the topic and controlling idea (non-literature examples) The topic sentence ● Topic + Controlling Idea Rotten Tomatoes' use of statistics demonstrates to readers the popularity of the film. Rotten Tomatoes' use of images from the film captures the audience's attention. Strong adjectives emphasize the film reviewer's enthusiasm for the film. Breaking it down Topic The role of the writer The writer's use of... Language Device or Stylistic Technique Symbolism Contrast Setting Imagery Rhetoric Strong adjectives Rhyme Repetition Punctuation Short sentences Controlling Idea Verb to Show Effect or Function Conveys Captures Connotes Demonstrates Emphasizes Highlights Hints at Illustrates Implies Reinforces Reflects Shows Signifies Suggests Symbolizes Underlines Underscores Function / Effect / Idea / Theme / Mood / Message / Bias for the film A sense of tragedy A light mood The theme of ambition Based on: Hedges, Laurence, Lance King, Maclure Graham, and Swash Laura.Approaches to Learning: A Practical Guide. N.p.: International Baccalaureate Organization, 2012. Print.l The topic sentence ● Writer + Device + Verb + Function Rotten Tomatoes' use of statistics demonstrates to readers the popularity of the film. Rotten Tomatoes' use of images from the film captures the audience's attention. Strong adjectives emphasize the film reviewer's enthusiasm for the film. Wait! This sentence is different! Not every topic sentence has to follow the same formula (as long as it has a topic and controlling idea).
