Introductions in Argumentative Essays
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WRITING A STRONG INTRODUCTION
HOOK THE READER
Use an engaging strategy:
Startling Statement
Grab your reader with
an unexpected fact,
statement, or thought.
Situation
Create a situation
that makes your
reader think.
Description
Paint a picture for
your reader to
make your claim.
STATE YOUR CLAIM
State your claim about the topic clearly!
SUPPORT YOUR CLAIM
Use details from the sources along with
elaboration to support your claim. Include
solid reasons!
Strong Writer Series: Essays, 6, 7, 8
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