How can I write a good introduction?

MYTUTOR SUBJECT ANSWERS

Answers / English / IB / How can I write a good introduction?

752 views

How can I write a good introduction?

To write a good introduction, first re-read the question and underline any key phrases - try to really understand what the question is asking.

In your introduction you need to outline what your argument will be. This argument should be maintained throughout the whole essay by using your main body paragaphs to give analysis and evidence to back it up.

For the first line you can use it to provide a context or background to your argument.

Then provide your main thesis, or argument. This shows how you are choosing to answer the question and what your argument is.

You should then set out what your essay will look like in order that the marker can have a clear view of what is to come. To do this give a mini introduction into each of your body paragraphs, they only need to be a sentance each.

Anna G. IB English tutor, GCSE English Language tutor, IB English Lit...

2 years ago

Answered by Anna, an IB English tutor with MyTutor

Still stuck? Get one-to-one help from a personally interviewed subject specialist

10 SUBJECT SPECIALISTS

Sophie L. 13 Plus English tutor, A Level English tutor, GCSE English...

View profile

£20 /hr

Sophie L.

Degree: Romantic and Victorian Literary Studies (Masters) - Durham University

Subjects offered:English, English Literature+ 2 more

“I am a postgraduate student at Durham University, studying a Masters in Romantic and Victorian Literary Studies. I have been a tutor of English Language and Literature for three years now and I am extremeley enthusiastic about the aca...”

5.0

46 reviews | 317 completed tutorials

Save profile

Kate P. GCSE English Literature tutor, IB English Literature tutor, A...

View profile

£26 /hr

Kate P.

Degree: English Literature (Doctorate) - Cambridge University

Subjects offered:English, Religious Studies+ 5 more

“I'm Kate, a PhD student at Cambridge with extensive tutoring experience at all levels, from 11+ to undergraduate.”

5.1

53 reviews | 121 completed tutorials

Save profile

Georgia H. A Level Economics tutor, IB Economics tutor, A Level Polit...

View profile

£20 /hr

Georgia H.

Degree: Politics and International Relations (Bachelors) - Cambridge University

Subjects offered:English, Politics+ 3 more

“I'm an enthusiastic and passionate student with a real interest in helping others achieve their aims and increasing their enjoyment of their subjects!”

5.0