Deductive+Reasoning

__Directions__: Deductive reasoning makes the main point at the beginning of a paragraph and then supports it. Pick 3 of the 6 topics below and do the following: Use the example below on music to help you. The topics you can choose from include:
 * 1) Write a topic sentence for each (see example below).
 * 2) Write 4 supporting details (see example below).
 * 3) Write 3 paragraphs on each topic (5 sentences per paragraph) (see example below).

Music Sports Shopping Automobiles Movies Facebook

__Topic__ Music

1. __Topic Sentence__ (must be a fact) Music is a tough industry to succeed in.

2. __Supporting Details__ (the evidence) a. Musicians work long hours to perfect their skills. b. Musicians often find it hard to get a record label to sign them. c. Musicians have to be noticed by big name people in the music industry. d. Musicians often have to wait years before they get their first big break.

3. __Paragraph - Deductive Reasoning__ First, musicians have to work long hours to perfect their skills. Second, musicians often find it had to get a record label to sign them. Third, musicians have to be noticed by big name people in music industry. Fourth, musicians often have to wait years before they get their first big break.
 * Music is a tough industry to succeed in**. There are many reasons for this.

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