INSTRUCTIONS: Study each group of related sentences. Choose the most general statement that could be a topic sentence for each group. (Remember that all the other sentences will support that one topic idea.) Topic sentence:

A) They can be nonjudgmental listeners for students with personal problems.
B) Counselors give and interpret different kinds of tests, such as aptitude tests.
C) They help students plan courses to meet the requirements for a degree or a special certificate program.
D) College counselors offer a wide variety of services for students.
E) They can make referrals to outside agencies.
F) They assist students who need to apply for financial aid.


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