ACT English
A comprehensive guide to mastering English grammar, usage, and rhetorical skills for the ACT exam.
Advanced Topics
Organization and Paragraph Development
Structuring Your Writing
Organization is about arranging ideas in a logical order so readers can easily follow your argument or story. On the ACT, you'll be asked to improve the flow and unity of paragraphs.
Building Strong Paragraphs
- Start with a topic sentence.
- Support with relevant details.
- Use transitions for smooth flow.
Improving Unity and Coherence
- Remove sentences that don't belong.
- Rearrange ideas for logical progression.
Real-Life Applications
These skills are useful for school essays, reports, and any time you need to explain something clearly.
Examples
Moving a supporting detail closer to the topic sentence.
Deleting an off-topic sentence from a paragraph.
In a Nutshell
Logical organization helps readers understand and stay interested in your writing.