The Introductory Paragraph

The Introductory Paragraph. One of the most important paragraphs in your essay! Catherine Wishart, Literacy Coach Pemberton Township Schools Senior Adjunct Instructor Burlington County College. What is the purpose of the introductory paragraph?. Get the reader’s attention

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Introductory Paragraph for an Essay

Introductory Paragraph for an Essay. Intro Paragraph. Hook Topic Sentence: THESIS STATEMENT Main Points briefly listed: ROAD MAP. Hook Sentence(s). Purpose: to grab the attention of the reader– keep them reading! Possible hooks: Thought provoking question SAMPLE: PEER PRESSURE

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Introductory Paragraph

Introductory Paragraph. English Writing Essays. Overview. Get attention Write an effective thesis statement Make a connection. Get attention: how-to . Opening statements to attract readers’ attention Ask a question An interesting observation; A statistic fact A famous quote

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Introductory Paragraph

Introductory Paragraph. How to Write an Introduction for an Essay. California State Standards for 9-10 th grade English. Writing Standards Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence.

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Introductory Paragraph

Introductory Paragraph. The three-part style The Hook Background Information Thesis Statement. The Hook.

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Introductory Paragraph Strategies

Introductory Paragraph Strategies. Expository Essays. Definitions / Notes to Self. Quotations: Using a famous or often heard by you quote that thematically ties into your topic. Scenario/Anecdote: Provide hypothetical or personal examples to illustrate your topic.

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The Introductory Paragraph

The Introductory Paragraph. What is the purpose of the introductory paragraph?. Gets the reader’s attention Set tone for the rest of the essay Make a contract with the reader - what will be covered in this piece? . Parts of an Introductory Paragraph. A. The Hook B. The Bridge

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Introductory Paragraph

Introductory Paragraph. Why is it important? Write down three things that the intro paragraph should include. You have been writing intro paragraphs since second grade. You have been writing intro paragraphs in this class throughout the school year. So why focus on intro paragraphs?.

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Introductory Paragraph

Introductory Paragraph. An introductory paragraph must include the following : Text Reference : the title(s) and author of the texts read. Plot Summary : a brief review of what the author wrote about.

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Example Introductory Paragraph

Example Introductory Paragraph.

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Introductory Paragraph

Introductory Paragraph. An essay begins with an introductory paragraph The introductory paragraph is made up of several parts The Hook Background information Connecting phrases Thesis Statement. Hook Techniques 1 st sentence of the introduction. Begin With a question With a quote

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Introductory Paragraph

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Introductory Paragraph

Introductory Paragraph. Does it prepare your reader?. Hook. Do NOT mention the characters’ names OR the titles of the stories. Your reader does not know who Jerry, Winnie, or Temas is! DO make a general statement about what human beings SHARE IN COMMON regardless of culture or gender.

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Introductory Paragraph

Introductory Paragraph. First impressions are so important. How many times have you heard that? It is true that the first impression—whether it’s a first meeting with a person or the first sentence of a paper—sets the stage for a lasting opinion.

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Introductory Paragraph

Introductory Paragraph. Expository Writing. Purpose of the Introductory Paragraph. Captures the reader’s interest Introduces the topic Presents the “focus”/thesis statement. Ways to develop an Introductory Paragraph.

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Introductory Paragraph Strategies

Introductory Paragraph Strategies. This is by no means a complete list of strategies, just a few recommendations. All thesis statements are underlined. Broad statement narrowing to a limited subject :.

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The Introductory Paragraph

The Paragraph that Hooks Your Reader. The Introductory Paragraph. Introduction -- Read me!-----------------------. An Introduction. Definition and Purpose. An introduction is the first paragraph in your essay and contains the thesis statement. The main purposes of an introduction are to….

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The Introductory Paragraph

The Introductory Paragraph. “ How do I write it?”. The Way an Essay Looks. There are five parts to a standard essay: Introduction Body Paragraph 1 Body Paragraph 2 Body Paragraph 3 Conclusion. The Introductory Paragraph. Before you write, ask yourself these 2 questions…

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Creating an Introductory Paragraph for an Essay

Creating an Introductory Paragraph for an Essay. What Does an Introductory Paragraph Contain?. An introductory paragraph contains four important elements: A Hook Background A Thesis Statement (Also Called a Claim) An Essay Map. The Hook.

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The Introductory Paragraph

The Introductory Paragraph. Make sure you give both titles and both authors. Give your reader some background on both pieces. Don’t assume the person reading your paper is familiar with the literature you are writing about. The Introductory Paragraph. Example

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The Introductory Paragraph

The Introductory Paragraph. One of the most important paragraphs in your essay! Catherine Wishart, Literacy Coach Pemberton Township Schools Burlington County College. What is the purpose of the introductory paragraph?. Get the reader’s attention Set tone for the rest of the essay

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The Introductory Paragraph

The Paragraph that Hooks Your Reader. The Introductory Paragraph. Introduction -- Read me!-----------------------. An Introduction. Definition and Purpose. An introduction is the first paragraph in your essay and contains the thesis statement. The main purposes of an introduction are to….

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