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“1. Make the paragraph the unit of composition: one paragraph to each topic.” quote by William Strunk Jr
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““1. Make the paragraph the unit of composition: one paragraph to each topic.””

William Strunk Jr

About This Quote

Writing should be organized by assigning each distinct idea its own paragraph, ensuring clarity and focus.

In simple terms: Each topic gets its own paragraph.

Key Takeaway

Structure ideas clearly.

Themes

writing clarity organization

Mood

informative instructional

Type

advice instructional

When to use this quote

  • essay drafting
  • technical writing
  • editing
  • teaching writing

Key Concepts

paragraph structure coherence

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does separating topics improve reader comprehension?
  • When might a single paragraph be more effective?
A Different Perspective

May limit flexibility in complex arguments.

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