Introductory Paragraph (gives the reader a general idea of what you are writing about)

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Introductory Paragraph (gives the reader a general idea of what you are writing about)

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Introductory Paragraph (gives the reader a general idea of what you are writing about) Transitional Words Transitional Words Transitional Words Topic 1 Topic 2 Topic 3 Details Details Details Conclusion

The Introductory Paragraph

The Introductory Paragraph. Expository Essays. BASIC STRUCTURE. There are 4 components to an introductory paragraph The opening statement Filler Thesis statement Line of Approach. 1. Opening statement. Grabs the attention of the readers. Gives a brief background on the topic.

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Writing t he Paragraph

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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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How to write an introductory paragraph

How to write an introductory paragraph. When you write an introduction, keep in mind:. Writing an introduction is like greeting someone The paragraph should be short You don’t want to get to the “meat” of the essay Give your audience a concise idea of your essay’s purpose. Remember!.

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Introductory Paragraph

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Writing your final paper

Writing your final paper. English 1301. Introduction. You need a strong introduction. Strong opening sentence Enough background information that the reader has an idea about what you are writing about A strong thesis statement or guiding principle. Thesis statement v. guiding principle.

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Introductory Paragraph

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Writing the Introductory Paragraph

Writing the Introductory Paragraph. and Conclusion. Introduction. Hook Exposition (GDT) Thesis (which you have already written)M. Hook. Your hook should be an intelligent, insightful comment about one of the most important teachings you will discuss in your paper.

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Writing the Introductory Paragraph

Writing the Introductory Paragraph. Introductory Paragraph. Get get the reader’s interest so that he or she will want to read more. Let the reader know what the writing is going to be about ( thesis statement ). Introductory Paragraph.

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Writing Vocabulary: Composition : Written story Prompt : Tells you what to write about (topic)

Writing Vocabulary: Composition : Written story Prompt : Tells you what to write about (topic) Topic: Main Idea of the story; what the story is all about. Stay on topic that the prompt gives Hook your reader

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What is a paragraph?

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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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Functions of the Introductory Paragraph

Functions of the Introductory Paragraph · · To capture the reader's attention and to encourage further reading . ·· To give readers a general idea of what will be discussed in the essay, using the thesis statement.

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Paragraph Shrinking Cue Card

Paragraph Shrinking Cue Card. Reader #1 reads. Coach says: Name the who or what. Tell the most important thing about the who or what. Say the main idea in 10 words or less. Reader #2 reads. Coach says: Name the who or what. Tell the most important thing about the who or what.

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Writing the Introductory Paragraph

Writing the Introductory Paragraph. Identifying the general topic. Introducing the material. Writing the Thesis sentence. Some general rules…. An introduction needs to be a complete paragraph—at least 5 sentences.

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Methods for Writing the Introductory Paragraph

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