1. Introductory Sentence
Writing Mini-lesson

2. What are introductory sentences?
First sentence of any essay.
Part of the introductory paragraph.
Gives the reader background of the essay.
NOT A TOPIC SENTENCE
Makes a point and is never seen or referred to again

3. What should it do? Gives background information
Ex. What is the argument of essay? What is music censorship and its relevance to us?
Interests the reader to keep reading your essay.
SHOULD NOT STATE THE FOLLOWING:
Today, we will be talking about…
This essay will talk about…
I will be discussing…
I am writing about…