Introductions and Conclusions These two paragraphs work hard

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Introductions and Conclusions These two paragraphs work hard. Here are ways to develop both.

Introductions and Conclusions These two paragraphs work hard. Here are ways to develop both.

Introductions: Ways to Develop �This first paragraph: �Grab the reader’s attention �Make a shocking

Introductions: Ways to Develop �This first paragraph: �Grab the reader’s attention �Make a shocking statement �Open with a quotation related to your topic �Begin with an anecdote (a short story) �Create a question ( only one)

An Example

An Example

The shape of an Introduction �The introduction should move from general ideas to specific

The shape of an Introduction �The introduction should move from general ideas to specific ideas. �General ideas �More specific Ideas Thesis statement (the most specific sentence In the Introduction)

Conclusions: Ways to Develop �Always restate thesis statement: Vary the words. �Tell an appropriate

Conclusions: Ways to Develop �Always restate thesis statement: Vary the words. �Tell an appropriate ending story that sums up your main idea �Use a quotation that signifies the main idea �If the topic is complex, sum up what you’ve discussed �Offer a cluster of examples to help develop the paragraph

Conclusions �A Conclusion moves from specific ideas to general ideas. Restate thesis st. Significance

Conclusions �A Conclusion moves from specific ideas to general ideas. Restate thesis st. Significance of topic Reach a larger audience

An Example �An African proverb states, “It takes a village to raise a child.

An Example �An African proverb states, “It takes a village to raise a child. ” Certainly the individual and their families are impacted, but our community needs to take some responsibility as well. Sheila, now 23 years old is drug free and in college. She was one of the lucky ones. Society has to play an important part in taking care of our children like Sheila. Organizations and therapy would help so that children will not have to live through the horrors of drug abuse.

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