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