Informative Essay Introductions
Grade 8th Grade · ELA · 45 min· E
What's Included
Learning Objective
I can write an engaging introduction paragraph for an informative essay that includes a hook, background information, and a thesis statement.
Warm-Up Video
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How to Write an Eye-Catching Essay Introduction | Scribbr 🎓
Guided Notes
3 key concepts
- 1
The first sentence of an essay, often called the hook, should be clear, concise, and catchy to grab the reader's attention.
- 2
An essay introduction should provide background information to help the reader understand the essay's argument, but should not include evidence or interpretation.
- 3
The thesis statement is the most important part of the introduction because it defines the focus of the entire essay.
Practice Questions
10 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Write an introduction paragraph for an informative essay about the history of the Internet. Your paragraph must include a hook, background information about the Internet, and a thesis statement about the Internet's impact on society.”
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