5 Ways to Write an Introduction [Summary]

How to Write an Explanatory Essay

1. Step 1 – Choose a Topic That You Understand Well.
2. Step 2 – Be Careful Not to Veer Into the Territory of Other Types of Essays.
3. Step 3 – Gather Evidence to Support Your Essay.
4. Step 4 – Outline Your Essay.
5. Step 5 – Write the Body of Your Paper.

The introduction should outline the problem you explored and why it’s important. In addition, you should briefly discuss 1) some of the problem’s possible causes; 2) the institutions and people involved with the problem; 3) some of the possible solutions to the problem.

How to Structure a Personal Essay

1. Introduction: The first sentences of your essay should include a hook that captures the reader’s attention.
2. Body: The body of your essay is the meat of your story that should include your main points and personal evidence supporting the thesis statement of your narrative essay.

How to Write a Good Introduction

1. Keep your first sentence short.
2. Don’t repeat the title.
3. Keep the introduction brief.
4. Use the word “you” at least once.
5. Dedicate 1-2 sentences to articulating what the article covers.
6. Dedicate 1-2 sentences to explaining why the article is important.

1. Start with a quotation.
2. Open with a relevant stat or fun fact.
3. Start with a fascinating story.
4. Ask your readers an intriguing question.
5. Set the scene.

reflexive pronoun

Other Types of Pronoun

synonyms for myself

• I personally.
• me personally.
• personally.
• the author.
• the speaker.
• the writer.
• yours truly.

What is another word for for me?