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Writing the Introduction

Writing the Introduction. Create a minimum three sentence introduction. First Sentence: Theme sentence The theme of your sentence refers to the general topic. For example, love is a general topic. Conflict or struggle is another general topic. Second Sentence: More “stuff” on theme

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Writing the Introduction

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  1. Writing the Introduction • Create a minimum three sentence introduction.First Sentence: Theme sentence • The theme of your sentence refers to the general topic. For example, love is a general topic. Conflict or struggle is another general topic. Second Sentence: More “stuff” on theme • “More Stuff” refers to a continuation of the theme.Third Sentence: Thesis sentence • Confirms the subject of the essay and what the writer will prove in the essay.

  2. Student Sample • (Theme) Bravery cannot exist where defense of the weak is easy. (More stuff) Often, in order to help others, a hero must be willing to act in ways that are scary. (Thesis) In Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone by J. K. Rowling, Harry risks much so that he can be a champion for the underdog.

  3. NOTE: The first two sentences do NOT mention the literature – in any manner.

  4. Sometimes, a simple experience can help a person see life in a different way. With a new perspective a person is able to better understand himself and others. In the short story, "The Beginning of Something" by Sue Ellen Bridgers, a humbling occasion changes how Roseanne, the central character, feels about herself and the people in her life.

  5. A person’s true nature is not revealed until the values by which he lives are challenged. Temptation often tests a person’s moral convictions. In Act II, Scene iii of Shakespeare’s play, The Tragedy of Macbeth, Macbeth’s ethical judgment is challenged by his desires to succeed.

  6. It’s Your Turn • Choose ONE of your journal entries. • Take the thesis statement and develop a three-sentence introduction. • First Sentence: Theme sentence • The theme of your sentence refers to the general topic. For example, love is a general topic. Conflict or struggle is another general topic. Second Sentence: More “stuff” on theme • “More Stuff” refers to a continuation of the theme.Third Sentence: Thesis sentence • Confirms the subject of the essay and what the writer will prove in the essay.

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