Research Essay Structure and Elements

The video tutorial by Hannah Daniel explains how to craft an effective introduction for a research essay. It highlights the importance of the introductory paragraph in setting the tone, engaging readers, and laying the foundation for the paper. The tutorial breaks down six crucial elements: the hook, research question, literature review, research problem, thesis, and advanced organizer. Each element is explained with examples, emphasizing their roles in creating a strong introduction. The video also provides guidance on formulating specific and arguable research questions and crafting a clear thesis statement.

What genre do research papers typically belong to?

• Expository

• Problem-Solution

• Narrative

• Descriptive

Why is the introductory paragraph crucial in a research essay?

• It provides a summary of the essay.

• It sets the tone and engages the reader.

• It includes all the references.

• It concludes the essay.

Which of the following is NOT one of the six crucial elements of an introduction?

• Hook

• Conclusion

• Thesis

• Advanced Organizer

What is the primary purpose of a hook in an introduction?

• To engage the reader

• To list references

• To summarize the essay

• To provide a thesis statement

What does a literature review help to achieve in a research essay?

• It situates the writer's perspective among other scholars.

• It provides a summary of the essay.

• It lists all references.

• It concludes the essay.

What is the backbone of a thesis in a research paper?

• The references

• The introduction

• The conclusion

• The research question

Why is the research problem significant in a research essay?

• It motivates the reader by highlighting the importance of the question.

• It concludes the essay.

• It lists all references.

• It provides a summary of the essay.

What is the role of a thesis in a research essay?

• To provide a summary

• To give focus and direction

• To list references

• To conclude the essay

What does an advanced organizer do in a research essay?

• It concludes the essay.

• It lists all references.

• It outlines the paper's structure.

• It provides a summary of the essay.

Which element of an introduction is responsible for outlining the paper's structure?

• Literature Review

• Advanced Organizer

• Thesis

• Hook