Introduction Paragraph

Why is it important to explain background information in an essay?

• To help the reader understand the topic

• To avoid writing a conclusion

• To make the essay longer

• To confuse the reader

What is the purpose of using the 5 W's plus an H method?

• To write the conclusion first

• To identify key background information

• To create a list of random questions

• To make the essay humorous

Which of the following is NOT a part of the 5 W's plus an H?

• Who

• Why not

• What

• Where

What should you do with unnecessary questions when editing your background information?

• Keep them all

• Add more questions

• Ignore them

• Delete them

Why is defining key terms important in an essay?

• To avoid using examples

• To confuse the reader

• To make the essay shorter

• To strengthen the argument