I: Outlining

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H: Topic and development

G: Main idea and details

The topic of a paragraph is the main subject the paragraph discusses. Sometimes the topic is stated in the first sentence of the paragraph. Sometimes it may be stated in the last sentence. Sometimes the topic is not stated in a sentence, but it can be inferred from reading the para­graph. Read Paragraph 5, and answer the following questions.

1. What is the topic of Paragraph 5?

2. Which two factors mentioned contribute to lower unit costs?

3. How are routing and scheduling simplified?

4. What is done with the finished products at the end of the line?

5. What is a result of each worker having a definite assignment?

The purpose of a paragraph is to develop a topic. There are many ways to do this. Sometimes the supporting sentences in the paragraph give more detail or definition to the topic. Sometimes examples are given to illustrate a topic.

Read Paragraph 6 and answer the following questions.

1. What is the topic of Paragraph 6?

2. Is the topic stated in a sentence?

3. List five disadvantages of product layout mentioned in Paragraph 6.

As you finish reading the passage, fill in the outline below. Begin will Paragraph 4: 4) Product layout: definition; 5) Advantages of produclayout; 6) Disadvantages of product layout; 7) Functional layout: definition; 8) Advantages of process layout; 9) Disadvantages of process layout