Ever been trekking by the countryside ? Then, you will easily understand that a good intro is like the start of a beautiful path. It appeals to you. It is like a magnet. It says to you : “Follow me” and you can’t resist doing so.
Some ways of getting that could be the following :
_ Start with a question to the reader .
_ Quote someone .
_ Start telling an engaging story .
_ Offer background information about the topic: A recent event, some statistics…
_ Use humor: Tell a joke or a funny anecdote. Who doesn’t want to have a laugh?
_ Surprise the reader with a startling fact : “A deer is more likely to kill you than a shark”.
_ Justify your qualifications about the topic if you can.
I hope you will surprise me with your essays next Monday…I’m sure you will! Good luck !!!
The Vintage Cottage 