Writing Essay Introductions
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Objective
I can write an introductory paragraph that includes a hook, background information, and a thesis statement.
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Key concepts
3 concepts
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The first sentence of an introduction paragraph should be general but still related to the topic.
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The sentences after the first one should be more specific to the topic, but not as specific as the thesis.
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The thesis is the most specific sentence in the introduction paragraph and tells the reader what you are going to talk about and why.
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Practice
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What is the purpose of the first sentence in an introduction paragraph?
Imagine you are writing an essay about your favorite animal. Which of these would be the BEST general opening sentence?
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“Write an introduction paragraph for an essay about your favorite animal. Be sure to include a hook, background information, and a thesis statement.”
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