Introduction Paragraph Informative Text

How many parts are there in an introduction?

• 4

• 3

• 2

• 1

What do we call the very first part of the introduction?

• Hook

• Background Information

• Claim

• Thesis

What is the very last thing that should be in your introduction?

• Hook

• Bridge

• Thesis

• Background Information

Where should a thesis statement be placed in the essay?

• The first sentence of the introduction paragraph

• The last sentence of the introduction paragraph

• The middle sentence

• The last sentence of the whole essay

Can you provide an example of an effective informative writing introduction?

• An example of an effective informative writing introduction could be: 'Did you know that over 80% of the world's population owns a smartphone? In this article, we will explore the impact of smartphones on society, including their influence on communication, productivity, and social interactions.'

• An example of an effective informative writing introduction could be: 'This article will provide a comprehensive guide on how to choose the best smartphone for your needs.'

• An example of an effective informative writing introduction could be: 'Smartphones are widely used by people of all ages.'

• An example of an effective informative writing introduction could be: 'In this article, we will discuss the history of smartphones and how they have evolved over time.'

In your introduction paragraph, you should

• write a quote.

• give general facts about your topic.

• give specific facts about your topic.

• ask a question

The purpose of the introduction paragraph is to _______.

• grab the attention of the reader

• provide background information on the topic

• establish the importance of the topic

• state your thesis

• all of the above

How can an introduction paragraph effectively grab the reader's attention?

• By restating the conclusion

• By presenting a relevant quote, question, or fact

• By summarizing the body paragraphs

• By listing the references

What are the part(s) of an introduction paragraph?

• Use a thesis (topic) sentence and a concluding sentence

• Use a fact, quote or idiom

• Use key important words from the prompt

• All answer choices

What goes into the Introductory paragraph?

• I think that...

• Two background sentences.

• My opinion of the topic.

• Copy the prompt.