Writing: Introduction Paragraphs Basic 6 English Studies Lesson Note

What is an Introduction Paragraph? An introduction paragraph is the first paragraph that:

• Introduces your topic
• Gets the reader’s attention
• Tells what your writing will be about

Good Introduction Techniques:

1. Ask a question: “Have you ever wondered why the sky is blue?”
2. Share an interesting fact: “Did you know that octopuses have three hearts?”
3. Tell a short story: “Last summer, something amazing happened to me.”
4. Use descriptive words: “The golden sunset painted the sky in brilliant colors.”

Example Introduction:

Topic: My Favorite Animal

“What animal can change colors, has eight arms, and is incredibly intelligent? The answer is the amazing octopus! This fascinating sea creature has become my favorite animal because of its unique abilities and mysterious nature. In this essay, I will share why octopuses are truly remarkable creatures.”

Exercise F – Introduction Practice

Write introduction paragraphs for these topics:

1. Topic: My Best Friend Your introduction: ________________________________
2. Topic: A Place I Want to Visit
   Your introduction: ________________________________

Answer Key

Exercise A: Teacher to provide audio practice

Exercise B: Part 1: 1-apple, 2-book, 3-dog, 4-elephant, 5-mother, 6-zebra Part 2: 1-enormous, 2-hilarious, 3-generous, 4-fantastic

Exercise C:

1. Queen bee, drones, worker bees
2. Waggle dance
3. They pollinate plants that produce our food
4. Pesticides, habitat loss, climate change (any two)

Exercise E: 1-curious, 2-mysterious, 3-enormous, 4-generous, 5-knowledge