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　　The first paragraphs of a passage can help you make predictions about the context of a passage.

　　The first paragraph often contains

　　the topic sentence

　　a definition of the topic

　　the authors opinion

　　clues to the organization of the passage

　　If you understand the first paragraph, you will understand the topic, the authors opinion , and where to look for information within the passage.

　　Read this first paragraph of a passage on the illness, obsessive-compulsive disorder.

　　Obsessive-compulsive disorder is clinically diagnosed as an anxiety disorder. This disorder affects up to 4 percent of adults and children. People who suffer from this debilitating disorder have distressing and obsessive thoughts, which usually cause them to perform repetitive behaviors such as counting silently or washing their hands. Though OCR sufferers understand that their obsessions are unrealistic, they find it stressful to put these intrusive thoughts out of their minds. Those who suffer from obsessive-compulsive disorder develop strict behavioral patterns that become extremely time-consuming and begin to interfere with daily routines. Many people with OCR delay seeking treatment because they are ashamed of their own thoughts and behavior.

　　Topic Sentence

　　Obsessive-compulsive disorder is clinically diagnosed as an anxiety disorder.

　　Definition of Topic

　　People who suffer from this debilitating disorder have distressing and obsessive thoughts, which usually cause them to perform repetitive behaviors.

　　Authors Opinion

　　None given.

　　Organizational Clues

　　The author may discuss

　　 Obsessive behavior,

　　 Stress of sufferers, and/or

　　 Treatment