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Two Sentence Introductions
Descriptive Reports
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When writing a descriptive report, sometimes a short introduction is best.
The length of an introduction really depends on the topic, the time available to write, and the audience for the report.
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You can create a good introduction simply by using two important sentences:
o the hook
o the plan sentence
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The Hook
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The Hook
o The very first sentence in the essay.
o A good one creates a lasting impression with the reader. Most importantly though, a hook keeps the reader reading.
A hook is like decorating the topic. It can turn an average intro an incredible one.
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The Hook
The biggest mistake you can make when writing a hook is using general statements.
Bad Hooks:
o Hello, my name is Tim and today I am going to write about...
o Volunteering after school is a way to learn responsibility...
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Types of Hooks
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Question:
Example:
Where in the Pacific Ocean can you find a delicious Krabby Patty to eat, live in a pineapple, and drive in an underwater boat? Bikini Bottom, of course!
o Help create pictures in the reader’s mind.
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Quote:
o Can be a direct quotation from a book, TV show, movie, or a famous person.
Example:
“Do you smell that? That smell--It's the smell of a smelly smell that smells smelly," stated Spongebob
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Onomatopoeia:
o A word that sounds like it’s spelled.
Example:
"Meooowww!" said Gary,
Spongebob's pet snail.
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Poem:
o Use a poem from a famous author, or make up your own.
Example:
Roses are red, violets are blue. I love Spongebob Squarepants, do you?
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Song:
Example:
"Are ya ready kids?
Aye, aye, Captain.
I can't hear you!
Aye, aye Captain.
Ohhhh!"
My favorite TV show started to play on Nickelodeon.
o Use a line or two from your favorite song, but make sure it relates to your essay.
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Interjection:
o Interjections express emotions. Examples are Aha!, Stop!, Ugh!, Help!, Well!, YOW!, Brrrr!, Yummy!
Example:
"Noooo!" Don't touch the TV, I am watching my favorite show, Spongebob Squarepants.
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Startling Statistic:
o Statistics show relationships with numbers. Find a surprising statistic involving your topic. (Naturally works well with a descriptive report)
Example:
Over 1 million adults and children worldwide tune in to watch the TV show, Spongebob Squarepants on a weekly basis
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Dialogue:
o Dialogue features two or more people talking.
Example:
"There's nothing wrong with getting kissys from your grandmother," said Spongebob. "No, especially if you're a big baby who wears diapers!" responded Fish.
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The Plan Sentence
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Plan Sentence
o Tells the reader the big ideas the writer is going to write about by giving a glimpse of the key ideas in the report.
o The plan sentence can be stated, or as you become more advanced, it may be subtle or implied.
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Stated Plan Sentence:
Sacrifices
Throughout the Civil War, women in both the North and the South made incredible sacrifices. They raised children alone, managed farms, faced their enemies, and gave up cherished family heirlooms.
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Implied Plan Sentence:
Sacrifices
Throughout the Civil War, women in both the North and the South made many sacrifices. Many of these incredible sacrifices went unnoticed.
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Stated Plan Sentence:
If Wishes Came True
If I could have anything I wanted, I would make three wishes. My wishes would benefit the world, my family, and, of course, myself.
*This wouldn’t work as a descriptive report introduction. Why?
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Implied Plan Sentence:
If Wishes Came True
If I had the chance to make wishes that would come true, I’d be delighted and excited. I know exactly how I would spend each wish.
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Stated Plan Sentence:
Ben Franklin
Even though Ben Franklin was seventy years old when the American Revolution started, he still had a lot to do with the independence of the colonies. Helping the colonists, informing people of the world about the revolution, and serving on many committees were just some of his important contributions.
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Implied Plan Sentence:
Career Choices
Choosing a career can be fun, but it is also a challenge. To help you make this important decision, consider some advice from this year’s graduating seniors.
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Activity:
1. Watch the video Water Walkers
2. Complete the following planning sentence:
After watching the Water Walkers video in LA class, I realized that basilisk lizards are fascinating animals. This creature is amazing because of its _______, _______, and ______.
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Two Sentence Introductions Review
1. Hook sentence
o Decoration
2. Plan sentence
o Your 3 main ideas which will make up the body
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Lastly, don’t feel that you are limited to only two sentences in your introduction because of this lesson.
You are required to have a hook and a plan sentence in your intro, but ultimately it’s your essay and you can have five sentences in your intro if you need to.
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Topic Sentences
o used at the beginning of each new paragraph when the writer is explaining specific facts and details.