Introductory

Which one of these is not a part of an introductory paragraph?

• Hook

• Conclusion

• Thesis

• Background

What is the purpose of a hook?

• To introduce the topic of the essay.

• To answer the prompt of the essay and take a stance.

• To make connections between main ideas.

• To grab the reader’s attention and make them want to continue reading.

Tags

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

An introductory paragraph doesn't need to include background information.

• true

• false

How many parts are in an introductory paragraph?

• 4

• 3

• 2

• 1

Which sentence requires a comma after the introductory phrase?

• The children went to the zoo.

• While we were eating my mom packed.

• My dad went grocery shopping.

• The movie is always better with popcorn.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.6.2A

Where should a comma be placed in the following sentence? 
Grandma will you buy me some ice cream? 

• After "me"

• After "Grandma"

• After "you"

• After "will" 

Tags

CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.6.2A

Which sentence is correct?

• Actually I love, mushrooms.

• Actually I, love mushrooms.

• Actually, I love mushrooms.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.6.2A

Which of the following is not a component of an introductory paragraph?

• Hook

• Thesis statement

• Supporting evidence

• Background information

What is the primary purpose of an introductory paragraph in an essay?

• To summarize the main points

• To introduce the topic and engage the reader

• To provide detailed evidence

• To conclude the essay

True or False: An introductory paragraph should always include a detailed explanation of the topic.

• True

• False