Read the main idea of a writing assignment provided below.
The Revolutionary War was not an easy battle for many Americans.
Based on this main idea, what should be discussed in the body paragraphs?
- Reasons why the Revolutionary War was difficult for Americans (correct answer)
- Reasons why countries go to war
- Comparing and contrasting the various American wars.
- Comparing and contrasting the World Wars
Explanation: Body paragraphs should always support the main idea. Each paragraph should provide an example that proves the main idea. In this case, the main idea is that the Revolutionary War was not an easy battle for many Americans; thus, the body paragraphs should give reasons why the war was so difficult. The correct answer is, "Reasons why the Revolutionary War was difficult for Americans ".