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Writing Introductions
Many students write poor introductions that needlessly repeat information and turn off the reader with too much background information A good introduction gets to the heart of the subject and captures the interest of the reader In trying to gain the reader's attention, though, you don’t need to say anything controversial or mind-blowing. All you need to do is concentrate on writing the most relevant information The purpose of an introduction is to prepare the reader for the body of writing that comes after it.You know what you are writing about and why. But unless you inform your readers of this in an introduction, they will feel lost and judge your essay to be an unclear piece of work A good introduction indicates the topic that the essay is aboutd8s describes how the body of the essay iss organized explains the point of writing the essay the point of writing an essay is usually to argue for a thesis, so you will need to explain what thesis you argue for and how you argue for it – this is called a thesis-statement, and most essay introductions include one Your essay lacks only two paragraphs no the introduction and the conclusion d8s These paragraphs will give the reader a point of entry to and a point of exit from your essay d8s The introduction should be designed to attract the reader's attention and give her an idea of the essay's focus d8s A) Begin with an attention grabber The attention grabber you use is up to you, but here are some ideas 1Startling information This information must be true and verifiable, and it doesn't need to be totally new to your readers It could simply be a pertinent fact that explicitly illustrates the point you wish to makeIf you use a piece of startling information, follow it with a sentence or two of elaboration d8s 2Anecdote An anecdote is a story that illustrates a point Be sure your anecdote is short, to the point, and relevant to your topicmt2. This can be a very effective opener for your essay, but use it carefully:ggg: 3Dialogue An appropriate dialogue does not have to identify the speakers, but the reader must understand the point you are trying to convey:ggg:. Use only two or three exchanges between speakers to make your point Follow dialogue with a sentence or two of elaboration d8s 4Summary Information A few sentences explaining your topic in general terms can lead the reader gently to your thesis:ggg:. Each sentence should become gradually more specific, until you reach your thesis If the attention grabber was only a sentence or two, add one or two more sentences that will lead the reader from your opening to your thesis statement Finish the paragraph with your thesis statement The conclusion brings closure to the reader, summing up your points or providing a final perspective on your topic All the conclusion needs is three or four strong sentences which do not need to follow any set formula. Simply review the main points (being careful not to restate them exactly) or briefly describe your feelings about the topic:ggg:. Even an anecdote can end your essay in a useful way ************************************ |
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Thank you!! really interesting subject.It's useful for both teachers and students. God bless you brother |
Thanks a lot for this useful contribution that is of practical help for english learners.may allah reward you
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