Understanding Essay Intro, thesis, conclusion

What is the purpose of the hook in an essay introduction?

• To provide detailed background information

• To list the sources used in the essay

• To summarize the main points of the essay

• To draw the reader in and make them interested

Which of the following is NOT recommended to use as a hook in an essay introduction?

• A fact or statistic

• A question

• A quotation

• A detailed explanation of the essay

What should the background information in an introduction provide?

• An outline of the main points without revealing everything

• A detailed thesis statement

• A conclusion of the arguments

• Personal opinions about the topic

Where should the thesis statement typically be placed in an introduction paragraph?

• At the start

• In the middle

• At the end

• It should be omitted

What is crucial for a strong thesis statement?

• It should be a common fact

• It should introduce the author

• It should be clear and specific

• It should be vague to cover broad topics

How can an introduction paragraph effectively grab the reader's attention?

• By restating the conclusion

• By presenting a relevant quote, question, or fact

• By summarizing the body paragraphs

• By listing the references

Your introduction should include....

• 1. 1. Thesis Statement

  2. 2. Hook

  3. 3. Topic Sentence

• 1. 1. Hook

  2. 2. Background Information

  3. 3. Thesis

• 1. 1. Topic Sentence

  2. 2. Text Evidence

  3. 3. Explanation

• 1. 1. Restate the Thesis

  2. 2. State your opinion

What should a conclusion paragraph primarily include?

• A new argument not discussed in the essay

• A detailed description of the first body paragraph

• A restatement of the thesis and a summary of the main points

• A list of all the sources used in the essay

What shouldn't you do in a conclusion?

• Restate your thesis

• Introduce brand new evidence

• Summarize your argument

• Make a text to world connection

What do you restate in the conclusion of an essay?

• Thesis

• Hook

• Summary

• Final Thoughts