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Writing an Effective Essay Introduction

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What is the purpose of the first paragraph in an essay's introduction?

To explain each point in detail

To provide details and evidence that supports the thesis statement

To conclude the essay

To capture the reader's attention and introduce the topic (correct)

What should the last sentence of the introduction paragraph contain?

An interesting quote unrelated to the essay

A statistical fact related to the topic

A detailed story to set the scene

The thesis statement (correct)

What does the body paragraph of an essay primarily aim to do?

Introduce the topic and capture the reader's attention

Provide details and evidence supporting the thesis statement (correct)

Explain what the essay is about

Conclude the essay

In a thesis statement, what does 'reason one, reason two, and reason three' refer to?

The main ideas about the topic or argument supported by reasons Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT part of the introduction paragraph of an essay?

A detailed explanation of each point Signup and view all the answers

What should be included in a body paragraph of an essay if there is more than one point to discuss?

Write each point in a separate paragraph Signup and view all the answers

What does the first sentence of an introduction paragraph aim to do?

Capture the reader's attention Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a thesis statement in an essay?

To reflect the key points that will be written about Signup and view all the answers

What should NOT be included in the first paragraph of an essay's introduction?

Detailed explanation of each point Signup and view all the answers

In summary, what should be avoided in an introduction paragraph?

Explaining in detail what each point is about Signup and view all the answers