Writing an Introduction & Thesis

What is the purpose of a thesis statement in an essay?

• To introduce the main topic

• To state your position or main argument

• To provide a summary of the essay

• To conclude the essay

How many reasons should you provide to justify your argument in a thesis?

• At least 1 reason

• At least 2 reasons

• At least 3 reasons

• At least 4 reasons

What is a hook in an introduction paragraph?

• A summary of the essay

• An attention-grabbing opening statement

• A detailed explanation of the topic

• A concluding sentence

What should the final sentence of a paragraph do?

• Introduce a new topic

• Wrap up your main idea

• Provide a quote

• Ask a question

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

What is an example of a good hook?

• Have you ever felt uncomfortable in your clothes at school?

• These reasons show why school uniforms can benefit our school community.

• Consider how uniforms could improve your school experience.

• When we examine the evidence, uniforms clearly promote equality.

What is a good closing sentence supposed to do?

• Introduce a new argument

• Restate main points about the topic

• Provide a personal story

• Ask a rhetorical question

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Which of the following is an example of a call to action?

• These reasons show why school uniforms can benefit our school community.

• Consider how uniforms could improve your school experience.

• Walking into my new school, I felt out of place...

• Clothes make the man - Mark Twain

What does a future perspective in a closing sentence show?

• A summary of the essay

• A personal opinion

• Long-term impact

• A rhetorical question

What is an example of a reflection in a closing sentence?

• Consider how uniforms could improve your school experience.

• Implementing uniforms today will create positive changes for future students.

• When we examine the evidence, uniforms clearly promote equality.

• Have you ever felt uncomfortable in your clothes at school?

What should a good hook be relevant to?

• The conclusion

• The introduction

• The topic

• The summary