The main idea of a paragraph lies in its---.

A first sentence
B topic sentence
C body
D conclusion

Correct Answer: topic sentence

The main idea of a paragraph lies in its topic sentence. It is often expressed directly or it can be implied. Main ideas are often found at the beginning of paragraphs. The first sentence often explains the subject being discussed in the passage.
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