Follow these four easy steps in creating a concise and clear
introductory paragraph:
1)
The Hook: Make sure you begin
your introduction with a sentence that is not overly dramatic, but also not too
boring (This is a difficult task).
Do not use overly broad or generic hooks:
“Throughout human history…”
“According to Webster’s dictionary
definition of…”
“Every individual on this planet is
unique…”
2)
Concepts: Make sure you
introduce the concepts you will be talking about. Define any specific terms/
concepts in the essay prompt that may be difficult to understand. Elaborate on
them briefly (a sentence or two) if it will help the clarity of your essay.
·
For example: Explain the
term “allusion.” Explain why people feared authoritarian forces in the 40s,
50s, and 60s. Explain how female characters are typically portrayed by men
before the women’s rights movement. Discuss the use of first person narration.
3)
Context: Set up the context for
the essay. Introduce the author and text you will be discussing. Name drop,
title drop, and theme drop. Do not give a summary of the plot!
4)
Thesis: The end of your
introductory paragraph should be your thesis statement which should be the
general argument and purpose of your paper.
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