Informative Topic Sentences

Answer Key - Grade 2 Writing Worksheet - Challenge Me

Read the facts. Write a topic sentence that tells the main idea.

1. 1.

   Bees make honey. Bees live in a hive with many other bees. Bees carry pollen from flower to flower.

   Topic sentence

   one complete sentence that names the main idea all three facts share and does not copy a single fact. For example: Bees are busy insects.

2. 2.

   Tigers have sharp claws. Tigers can jump long distances. Tigers hunt at night.

   Topic sentence

   one complete sentence that names the main idea all three facts share and does not copy a single fact. For example: Tigers are strong hunters.

3. 3.

   A rainbow appears when sun shines through rain. A rainbow has seven colors. Red is on the top of a rainbow.

   Topic sentence

   one complete sentence that names the main idea all three facts share and does not copy a single fact. For example: Rainbows are beautiful.

4. 4.

   The sun gives us light. The sun keeps us warm. The sun helps plants grow.

   Topic sentence

   one complete sentence that names the main idea all three facts share and does not copy a single fact. For example: The sun is very important.

5. 5.

   Some dogs guide people who cannot see. Some dogs help farmers with their sheep. Many dogs are loving pets.

   Topic sentence

   one complete sentence that names the main idea all three facts share and does not copy a single fact. For example: Dogs are helpful animals.