Answers for Questions on p 47

1. The function of the introductory paragraph is to introduce the topic in a general way and then to come to a point.
2. The introductory paragraph can be described as a triangle resting on its point. Explain: The paragraph will open with a broad general statement related to the thesis and then it will gradually narrow to a single point.
3. Nobody wants an opinion exploding in their face as the first sentence. People may react negatively to opinions different from their own and may be more easily persuaded if they are gently led into a topic.
4. Open with a general statement.
5. People logically and naturally think of things along a timeline. By scanning from the past to the present, you easily bring the reader to the modern issue at hand.
6. Students desire to be interesting often leads to "Bombshell" openings.
7. By learning the basic and foundational moves in dancing, dancers are able to become more creative in order to build upon those skills.

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