PM1 WRITING CLASS -- Introduction Paragraphs
Good Introductions:
The introduction paragraph introduces the topic of the essay and what you have to say about it. You can write a general statement about the topic or give a brief history of the topic--be sure it is a brief history. Then what you have to say about it is your thesis statement, clearly stated. This could be an opinion in a for or against or it can be your opinion in an argument essay or it can also be the areas of discussion in a compare and contrast essay. The examples below show ways of writing general statements and thesis statements.
1. Write two general statements about the topic to introduce it.
2. Write your thesis sentence or opinion.
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7. How do movies or television influence people's behavior? Use reasons and specific examples to support your answer.
Movies and television are popular all around the world. Almost every country has television stations and makes movies. (these are the general information sentences about the topic of movies or television) Since so many people watch movies and television, they are affected by them in three different ways, namely, behaviour, fashion style and purchases. In addition, television, especially, has an influence on what people believe through the news. (these sentences represent the thesis statement or what you have to say about the topic of televion and movies)
Movies and television are popular all around the world. Almost every country has television stations and makes movies. Since so many people watch movies and television, they are affected by them in three different ways, namely, behaviour, fashion style and purchases. In addition, television, especially, has an influence on what people believe through the news.
8. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Television has destroyed communication among friends and family. Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
Almost every household has at least one television and more likely, two or more. Since television began the forties, watching tv has been a constant source of entertainment for families. Some people believe that television has destroyed communication among friends and family, but I disagree. I think tv can bring families together, encourage speaking with each other and bring new friends into a family.
9. Some people prefer to live in a small town. Others prefer to live in a big city. Which place would you prefer to live in? Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.
Living in small towns or big cities are choices people make in their lives. The quality of life can depend on where people live. Some people like the activity and glamour of a big city, but I prefer the peace of a small town.
Museums hold the history of a country within a building. A museum is a mirror for a country and its culture. People want to visit museums to know the history and culture of people where they are visiting.