Build a paragraph around one clear idea

Decide what the paragraph needs to do

Before writing, finish this sentence: “This paragraph explains why…” If your answer contains two unrelated reasons, choose one and save the other. A focused paragraph gives you room to explain a point instead of listing several unfinished ideas.

For a practice question about working from home, your point might be that removing a commute gives employees more control over their day. This is narrower than saying that remote work is “better in every way”.

Move from claim to explanation

State your point, then explain the connection that makes it convincing. Do not assume that repeating the claim in different words counts as development.

Original example: “Working from home can give employees more control over their time. Without a daily commute, they can use part of the morning to plan demanding tasks before meetings begin.”

The second sentence explains how the benefit arises. It does not introduce an unrelated benefit or an unsupported statistic.

Choose an example that does a specific job

Add a realistic illustration: “For example, a worker who previously spent forty minutes on a train could use some of that time to prepare a report.” This is an imagined example, not research evidence. Avoid inventing surveys, universities or percentages to make it sound authoritative.

Then connect the example to the argument. You might add that the benefit depends on having a suitable workspace. A small qualification can make the claim more precise.

Revise in two passes

First check meaning. Does every sentence help explain the main point? Could a reader follow the connection without guessing? Remove a sentence if it belongs in another paragraph.

Next check language. Look for unclear pronouns, missing articles and sentences that are too long. You do not need to replace every ordinary word. Aim for accurate, connected sentences that answer the task.