Question

What is the purpose of an introduction paragraph when writing an essay?

Answer 1

Introductory Paragraph. See, first, Writing Introductory Paragraphs for different ways of getting your reader involved in your essay. The introductory paragraph should also include the thesis statement, a kind of mini-outline for the paper: it tells the reader what the essay is about.

Answer 2

The purpose of an introduction paragraph is to introduce and summarize the essay for the person reading it. It is also to express the main ideas that you will detail in the essay. You should also provide a hook so the reader gets drawn into the story or essay.