Tips and tricks for a catchy intoduction

MAZEN MOHAMED 2C

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

First: Share a shocking or amusing fact

One way to start your essay is with a shocking, unexpected, or amusing fact
about the topic you’re covering. This grabs the reader’s attention and makes
them want to read further, expecting explanation, context, and/or elaboration
on the fact you presented.

such as: “More than half of Iceland’s population believe that elves exist or
that they possibly can exist. Although this might sound strange to foreigners,
many of us have similar beliefs that would sound just as strange to those
outside our cultures.”

Second: Ask a question

By asking a question in your essay opening, you’re directly inviting the reader
to interact with your intro. They don’t get to be a passive consumer; they’re
now part of the conversation. This can be a very engaging way to start an
essay.

such as: “How many times have you been late to class because you
couldn’t find parking? You’re not alone—our campus is in desperate need of a
new parking
Third:Dramatize a scene

Another effective way to write an essay introduction is to dramatize a scene

related to your essay. Generally, this approach is best used with creative
essays, like personal statements and literary essays.

such as: “Imagine you’ve just gotten off an airplane. You’re hot, you’re tired,
you’re uncomfortable, and suddenly, you’re under arrest.”

Fourth: Kick it off with a quote

When you’re wondering how to write an essay introduction, remember that

you can always borrow wisdom from other writers. This is a powerful way to
kick off any kind of essay

such as: “‘The past is never dead. It’s not even past.’
“‘It always seems impossible until it’s done.’
Just as in choosing a fact or statistic to open your essay, any quote you
choose.