THE INTRODUCTION PARAGRAPH

An introduction must have 2 parts:

General statement

The goal of your introduction is not only to introduce the main idea, but also to grab the reader's attention. Wake him or her up and generate some interest about the topic. There are several ways to write the general statement:

a.       General-to-specific

b.      Definition/explanation

c.       Set the scene

d.      Problem-solution

2.      Thesis statement

The statement that has the sub-topics of the whole essay and it is normally the last sentence of the introduction.

a.       State the particular topic of the whole essay

b.      Lists sub-topics (topic sentences) of the essay

c.    Indicates the organization of the essay (meaning, which sub-topic will be discussed first, second and so on)

The thesis statement should mention what the sub-topics are and there is NO NEED to

explain each sub-topic because the sub-topics will be discussed in detail in the body

paragraph.

Example:

1.      The benefit of living in rural area

Set the scene

(General statement) Imagine a sound of bird chirping in the paddy field and villagers’ breath freely in a fresh air. (More specific statement) The homes of the rural area are located very close to one another. The relationship between the villagers more closely and this make the place is fairly boiling with humanity. Beside the population of the rural area fewer compared to the population of the city. (Thesis statement) Living in rural area can provide us with some benefits which are peace and healthy environment, low quality of life and fewer competitors in working sector. 

2.      Disadvantage of living in rural area

Definition

            (General statement) In general, a rural area is an area located far from urban areas. (More specific statement) An area called the rural areas when the total population of less than 10,000 people. Most of the rural areas surrounded by forests and not have a lot of houses and buildings. Living in rural areas has many benefits such as locals can breathe fresh air every day, unlike in the city that there is a lot of pollution. In addition the cost of living is also low. (Thesis statement) But there are also disadvantages when living in rural areas which are limited transportation available, limited employment opportunities and lack of facilities.