All of the sentences in a unified paragraph relate directly to the topic sentence. Details, facts, examples, incidents, or definitions can all be used to develop a topic sentence. Information is arranged in some logical order, often describing one part of the scene with reference to other items in the same area or space. To support a topic sentence, this paragraph states or interprets facts, gives directions, or provides reasons. The acronym D.A.R.E. outlines the steps for writing a persuasive essay.
R eject an argument for the other side.
E nd with a conclusion.