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What is the main purpose of an introduction?
A) To summarize the whole essay
B) To provide background and state the main idea
C) To list all your arguments
D) To conclude the essay
B) To provide background and state the main idea
What is NOT a function of an introduction?
A) To attract the reader’s attention
B) To introduce the topic
C) To present the thesis
D) To give full details and analysis of the topic
D) To give full details and analysis of the topic
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What type of information should appear first in an academic introduction?
A) Background or general context
B) Specific examples and statistics
C) The author’s personal opinion
D) The conclusion of the essay
A) Background or general context
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Which of the following can make an introduction more engaging without losing academic tone?
A) A surprising fact or statistic
B) A personal anecdote unrelated to the topic
C) A joke to entertain the reader
D) A complex quote with no explanation
A) A surprising fact or statistic
Which of these is a good strategy to start an introduction?
A) Use a random fact
B) Jump straight to the conclusion
C) Begin with a question, fact, or short story related to the topic
D) Write your thesis first
C) Begin with a question, fact, or short story related to the topic
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Which of the following is a common mistake in introductions?
A) Using clear transitions
B) Giving background information
C) Starting with a dictionary definition
D) Ending with a thesis statement
C) Starting with a dictionary definition
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Which of the following sentences would be most appropriate in an introduction?
A) “In conclusion, it is clear that technology has benefits.”
B) “This essay will examine the impact of technology on education.”
C) “Technology is everywhere nowadays!!!”
D) “Let’s talk about something interesting — technology
B) “This essay will examine the impact of technology on education.”
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Which statement about introductions is TRUE?
A) They should be at least one page long.
B) They only appear in argumentative essays.
C) They should explain what the essay will do and why it matters.
D) They should include all evidence and sources.
C) They should explain what the essay will do and why it matters.
What does a strong transition from the introduction to the body achieve?
A) It surprises the reader with a new topic
B) It connects the thesis to the supporting ideas smoothly
C) It summarizes the entire essay
D) It restates the background information
B) It connects the thesis to the supporting ideas smoothly
In a formal essay, what should be avoided in the introduction?
A) Background information
B) Specific examples
C) Colloquial (informal) language
D) Clear organization
C) Colloquial (informal) language