Matching Pairs Supporting Sentences MatchOnline version Match key concepts with their descriptions in this game about supporting sentences. by Nadira Sabirova 1 Conclusion Sentence 2 Supporting Sentences 3 Main Idea 4 Topic Sentence 5 Examples 6 Transition Words 7 Thesis Statement 8 Details The most important point the paragraph is trying to convey. Introduces the main idea of the paragraph. Expresses the central argument or claim of the text. Illustrative details that support the main idea. Back up the main idea with evidence or examples. Wraps up the paragraph and restates the main idea. Provide additional information to explain the main idea. Words that connect ideas and help the text flow.