Which definition correctly describes a paragraph?

• A. A full novel
• B. A portion of a text that centers around one specific idea
• C. A page header
• D. A summary

Answer: (B)

A paragraph is a distinct section of writing that develops a single idea. It typically starts on a new line and contains sentences that work together to explain or support that idea, often with a topic sentence followed by details or examples. This organization helps readers follow the writer’s train of thought and see how ideas unfold step by step.

That description fits best because a paragraph is not an entire work like a full novel, nor is it just a page header, which is simply a heading at the top of a page. It’s also not a summary, which briefly restates main points rather than forming a standalone, developing unit of text. So the option describing a portion of text centered around one specific idea correctly captures what a paragraph is.