Intro Mastery: Crafting Powerful Beginnings

What is the main purpose of an introduction in a research essay?

• To delay the argument until the conclusion

• To immediately present a clear, complex argument and integrate secondary sources

• To provide a detailed summary of the entire essay

• o entertain the reader with personal anecdotes

Which of these is an example of an ineffective introduction?

• Starting with "Since the dawn of time..."

• Presenting the argument early and clearly

• Providing context before diving into specific details

• Introducing the larger issue and connecting it to specific evidence

An effective introduction should conceal the argument for a dramatic reveal.

• TRUE

• FALSE

According to the "5 Step I.N.T.R.O Method," what should the ‘Interest’ step accomplish?

• Provide the entire argument

• List the structure of the essay

• Engage the reader with an interesting hook

• State the thesis

In the 'Notify' step of the I.N.T.R.O method, you should provide __________ information to demonstrate depth of understanding.

Which step in the I.N.T.R.O method involves paraphrasing the essay question?

• Translate

• Interest

• Outline

• Report

Which part of writing an introduction do you find most challenging?

• Crafting an engaging hook

• Clearly stating the argument

• Providing enough context

• Outlining the essay structure

What is the risk of starting with an overly broad, time-spanning statement like "Since the dawn of time..."?

• It provides an excellent overview of the topic

• It may sound engaging and creative

• It demonstrates extensive historical knowledge

• It delays the argument and lacks focus

Why is it important to connect your third storey in the introduction?

• To summarize the body paragraphs

• To acknowledge the broader issue that your evidence will relate to

• To avoid going into detail about your argument

• To conclude the introduction with a question