Question

Each main idea in a paragraph should be supported by ____ pieces of proof or evidence.
two
four
five
three
none of the above

Answer 1

four B

Answer 2

main idea is one sentence, then there are 4 supporting details

Answer 3

@Lee_44758

Answer 4

@Luigi0210

Answer 5

Depending on the claim of the parargaph the number of proofs required varies. There is no "The Way. Some researchers require tens of proofs to prove their claim in a paragraph as the concept being claimed is extremely complex. Take "solving a triangle" as an example. The same context applies to English writing. You need just enough proofs to be able to support your claim whatever that be.