Introductory Paragraph

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What is the purpose of the thesis?

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The controlling idea of your essay.

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What is the first line in an introductory paragraph?

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The hook.

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What is another way to write a good hook?

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Quote or an interesting fact.

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According to the "Hook Your Reader" video, what are three ways to write a hook?

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Onomatopoeia, question, exclamation.

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What are the second and third (or more) sentences in an introductory paragraph?

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The bridge or background.

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What is an introductory paragraph?

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The first paragraph of an essay that introduces the topic.

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What is a hook in writing?

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A sentence designed to grab the reader's attention.

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Why is a hook important in an introductory paragraph?

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It engages the reader and encourages them to continue reading.

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What is a bridge in an introductory paragraph?

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Sentences that connect the hook to the thesis statement.

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What should a thesis statement include?

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The main point or argument of the essay.