Question

Which statement best describes the purpose of the introductory paragraph in a literary analysis essay?

Answer 1

the purpose of the introductory paragraph in a literary analysis essay is that it states the claim. 

Answer 2

Answer: C. It states the claim.

The introductory paragraph of an essay is the one which includes the thesis statement. The thesis statement is the main claim you are going to be making, or the hypothesis you will be defending, throughout the piece. It can also provide background information on the topic and a "hook" to persuade readers to keep reading the essay.