Introductory Paragraph

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What is the purpose of a hook?

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To grab your reader's attention.

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What are three ways to write a hook?

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Onomatopoeia, question, exclamation.

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What is the purpose of the thesis?

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The controlling idea of your essay.

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What are the second and third sentences in an introductory paragraph?

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The bridge or background.

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What will the topic sentences of your body paragraphs be over?

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The two supports from your thesis statement.

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What is an introductory paragraph?

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The first paragraph of an essay that introduces the topic.

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What is a thesis statement?

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A sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay.

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What is a bridge in an introductory paragraph?

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Sentences that connect the hook to the thesis statement.

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Why is a hook important in writing?

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It engages the reader and encourages them to continue reading.

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What is an example of a hook?

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A surprising fact or a thought-provoking question.