Introductory Paragraphs

Front

What should reasonably informed people be able to do with your thesis?

Back

Disagree with your thesis.

Front

What must an effective thesis statement include?

Back

The topic you are writing about, your opinion/argument about the topic, and the reason for your opinion/argument.

Front

What is the main purpose of the narrowing section of the introduction?

Back

To connect the essay's big idea to the thesis.

Front

Which is not a component of the introductory paragraph(s)?

Back

Announcement of writer's goal/intention ("In this essay, I will discuss ____.")

Front

What is the order of the funnel strategy in the introductory paragraph?

Back

Grab attention, narrow focus, state thesis.

Front

What is a thesis statement?

Back

A sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay.

Front

What is an attention grabber?

Back

A hook or engaging opening sentence that captures the reader's interest.

Front

What does 'narrowing focus' mean in an introduction?

Back

Focusing the topic from a broad idea to a specific thesis.

Front

Why is background information important in an introduction?

Back

It provides context and helps the reader understand the topic.

Front

What is the role of the conclusion in an essay?

Back

To summarize the main points and restate the thesis.