Unit 1: What Is a Paragraph? Activity 1: Analyzing the Features of a Paragraph

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2. For example, there are many dogs that know how to fetch a ball or stick without ever being taught.

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3. because dogs are very social animals and love to play, this behavior is instinctual

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4. their instinct, or natural character, leads them to behave in certain ways

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5. However, a dog’s instincts can sometimes lead to dangerous situations.

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6. because dogs are instinctually protective of their food, it is important to be cautious around them while they are eating

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7. It is fairly easy for a dog to learn how to “sit” or “lie down.”

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8. teaching a dog to jump through a hoop might be a little harder, but with patience and a lot of “treats,” most dogs can learn this trick, too

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Answer Key:

1. a. correct

2. a. correct

3. b. incorrect

4. b. incorrect

5. a. correct

6. b. incorrect

7. a. correct

8. b. incorrect