Introductory Paragraphs

What type of information goes in the introductory paragraph?

• Summary of details in the essay

• Background information about topic

• Introduction to the writer of the essay

• Summary of passages read

What is the name of the sentence you are trying to support in an argumentative essay, and you will find that sentence at the end of the introductory paragraph?

• controlling idea

• main sentence

• main idea

• claim

What is the main sentence you are trying to explain in an informative essay, and you will find it at the end of the introductory paragraph?

• claim

• main sentence

• controlling idea

• main idea

An introductory paragraph serves which of the following purposes?

• To provide a conclusion to the writing piece

• To introduce the main points of the writing piece

• To create suspense and engage the reader

• To summarize the entire writing piece

Choose the best answer.

True or False: An introductory paragraph should be engaging and capture the reader's attention.

• True

• False

• No idea

Which of the following is NOT a hook technique commonly used in introductory paragraphs?

• Anecdote

• Logical argument

• Vivid Description

• Quotation

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Which hook technique is being used in the following introductory paragraph?

"Imagine standing at the edge of a towering cliff, overlooking a vast expanse of untouched wilderness. The wind tugs at your hair, and the distant calls of wildlife echo through the air. This breathtaking scene holds a secret, a tale of adventure waiting to unfold."

• Anecdote

• b Startling Fact or Statistic

• Provocative Question

• Vivid Description

Which hook technique is being used in the following introductory paragraph?

"According to recent studies, nearly 80% of Americans suffer from stress-related symptoms. The relentless demands of work, family, and everyday life have taken a toll on our mental and physical well-being. Is there a way to break free from this cycle and find true peace and tranquility?"

• Anecdote

• Startling Fact or Statistic

• Provocative Question

• Quotation

Which of the following is typically included in the introductory material of a well-structured essay?

• Background information on the topic

• A thesis statement

• An overview of the main points

• All of the above

Choose the best answer.

The purpose of the introductory material in an essay is to:

• Provide a conclusion to the essay

• Introduce the main points of the essay

• Summarize the entire essay

• Present evidence to support the thesis statement