Basics of an Introduction

Basics of an Introduction Paragraph: 

There are three parts to an introduction paragraph.  Therefore, logically, you must write at least 3 sentences in your introduction paragraph for it to meet the minimum requirements.  

• Part 1: 'Hook"
• Part 2: Background/content/transition ideas, and 
• Part 3 Thesis.  

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Introduction Paragraph Follow the guidelines for Introductions found here: https://learnessaywriting.blogspot.com/p/drawing-readers-in-asyou-begin-to-write.html
Part 1:  Hook	Begin your introduction with an attention grabber to “hook” your reader’s attention. To develop this part of your introduction, see tips located at http://learnessaywriting.blogspot.com/
Part 2:  Background	Add a few sentences between your hook and thesis to transition from the hook to the thesis:  Do not use source materials here.  Save all source materials for the body paragraphs.
Part 3:  Thesis	End your introduction with your THESIS STATEMENT.  See thesis statement. The thesis should be just one sentence, not a question, and show the point you aim to argue. Consider using words like “should” and “because” to help make it arguable.