Lesson 4: Writing the Introduction
Completion requirements
- Objective: Write the introduction to your argumentative essay.
- Instructions:
- In your introduction:
- Hook: Start with an interesting fact, question, or statement to grab the reader’s attention.
- Background Information: Provide a brief overview of the issue, so the reader understands the context.
- Claim/Thesis: Clearly state your position on the issue (your argument).
- Make sure your introduction sets up the rest of your essay by introducing the topic and presenting your claim clearly.