Opinion Essay Introduction Techniques

This video tutorial guides viewers through writing an introduction for an opinion essay. It covers the components of an introduction, including crafting a strong opinion sentence and an engaging hook. The video explains how to write direct and opposing opinion sentences and provides examples of different types of hooks, such as questions and surprising facts. Finally, it demonstrates how to combine these elements to create a compelling introduction.

What is the purpose of the introduction in an opinion essay?

• To provide a summary of the essay

• To introduce the topic and state the opinion

• To list all the reasons for the opinion

• To conclude the essay

Which of the following is NOT a part of the introduction?

• Conclusion

• Hook

• Opinion sentence

• Topic introduction

What is a direct opinion sentence?

• A sentence that states the opposite opinion

• A sentence that directly states your opinion

• A sentence that asks a question

• A sentence that provides a surprising fact

Which sentence starter can be used to write a direct opinion sentence?

• In my opinion

• While many people believe

• Have you ever

• People may think

How can you improve an opposing opinion sentence?

• By asking a question

• By adding a surprising fact

• By using a sentence frame like 'People may think'

• By stating why the topic matters

What is the purpose of a hook in an introduction?

• To summarize the essay

• To grab the reader's attention

• To list reasons for the opinion

• To conclude the essay

Which type of hook asks a question to engage the reader?

• Telling why the topic matters

• Asking a question

• Stating a surprising fact

• Providing background information

What type of hook is this: 'Rock climbing was officially included in the Summer Olympics in 2020'?

• Providing background information

• Asking a question

• Stating a surprising fact

• Telling why the topic matters

What should you do first when writing an introduction?

• Summarize the essay

• List all your reasons

• Write the conclusion

• Choose your strongest hook

In what order should you write the hook and opinion sentence in the introduction?

• It doesn't matter as long as both are included

• Opinion sentence first, then hook

• Opinion sentence only

• Hook first, then opinion sentence