How to Make a Good Introduction Paragraph

Organizing the Introduction Paragraph

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  Research the topic of the essay. The introduction paragraph presents the writer's opinion on the topic and should therefore be clear and precise.

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  Decide how the information will be presented in the essay. A writer should decide how much information will be covered in the essay before writing the introduction paragraph, according to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill's Writing Center.

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  Identify the essay's main purpose. The purpose of the essay should be determined before beginning the writing process.

Writing the Introduction Paragraph

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  Create a sentence that grabs the reader's attention. Introductory paragraphs should begin with a clear and interesting sentence.

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  Explain what the essay will be about. An introductory paragraph should explain what the essay will address so the reader can understand the topic and the writer's point of view, according to Purdue University's Online Writing Lab.

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  Discuss how information will be presented in the essay. Highlighting the way the topic will be covered helps readers understand the writer's opinion. Discussing the essay's structure is important in longer essays.

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  Write a clear thesis statement. Every introduction should end with a clear thesis statement.