Unit 1, Lesson 19: The Process - Writing an Introduction and "Discovering Theme"
Response to Literature Series
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pp. 154 and 157-58 in the Analytical Response to Literature guide is where you’ll find “Discovering Theme” and the Introduction graphic organizers; black pen. Follow along as Dr. Louis models this step in the process.
The introduction is an important part of an essay because it captures the reader’s attention, acts as a roadmap to the remainder of the essay, and includes the all-important thesis statement. Learn how to develop an introduction, starting with a broad opening and narrowing to the thesis statement.
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