1S/TS Writing Introductory Paragraphs

Writing Introductory Paragraphs

Multiple Select

Let's recall! Based on the question 'Describe a typical day in your school,' we have written two paragraphs in class. What were these paragraphs written about?

• Quadrangle

• Hall

• Canteen

• Classroom

Open Ended

What should an introductory paragraph for a descriptive essay include? List them down.

What should be included in an Introductory Paragraph?

• Name the specific venue

• What are the general characteristics that one can see if s/he were to be there

• What are the special characteristics, if any?

• Include some vivid descriptions

• Name the specific venue

  • Waterway Point

• General characteristics

  • Retail shops, eateries, cafes and even a movie theatre

  • Shoppers, young families, young couples, school-going students

• Special characteristics

  • It is located along Punggol Park Connector with convenient access to the mall

Describe a mall in your neighbourhood.

A mall in my neighbourhood is Waterway Point. It is a relatively new shopping mall with a plethora of retail shops, eateries and cafes. It even boasts a full-sized cinema and an outdoor playground! It is no surprise that the mall is frequented by young people and families alike! A unique feature of the mall is its location. It is located along Punggol Park Connector, just next to the river. This allows cyclists and joggers can pop into the mall for a breather after a sweaty workout to cool in the shade of Waterway Point.

Sample Introductory Paragraph

Open Ended

Now, your turn. Answer the following questions about the venue shown in the image.

1. Name the specific venue

2. What are the general characteristics that one can see if s/he were to be there

3. What are the special characteristics, if any?

Open Ended

Based on your answers and the class' discussion, type an introductory paragraph based on the following question:

'Describe a typical day at the zoo.'